Prototyping Technician I - 2nd Shift

Solesis•Quakertown, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Prototyping Technician works with the product development team to set up various textile equipment in an effort to produce sample products based on preliminary engineering specifications. This role involves operating and adjusting machines to run prototype samples, ensuring quality, and documenting process steps for repeatability. The technician will also collaborate with the operations team for scaling up runs and provide feedback to Yarn Prep.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
Must be able to read/comprehend Quality Manual and Standard Operating Procedures, as well as protocols, and other established procedures.
Basic understanding of GMP and working within regulated industries.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with peers and management.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Strong attention to detail.
Intermediate computer skills.
Moderate experience in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Ability to multi-task change direction with shifting priorities.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of textile processes is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Uses advanced knowledge of textile processes to set-up looms, knitting, or braiding machines to complete development runs.
Reads and interprets engineering specifications for transfer to machine needs.
Operates machines to run prototype samples and performs in-process adjustments to produce a quality product.
Follows all applicable standard operating procedures, work instructions, and R&D specifications.
Documents process steps to ensure future repeatability.
Works with operations team to scale-up sample runs.
Provides feedback to Yarn Prep to ensure warps and beams are created to specifications.
May assist knitting, weaving and braiding functions during peak periods and operate machines.