Textile Technician - Knitting Specialist

Resurgent Industries • Leander, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated Textile Technician – Knitting Specialist with strong knitting specialization to join the production team. The role is primarily responsible for the safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of circular knitting machines, such as Monarch and Vanguard models, to produce tubular knitted fabrics that meet target specifications for stitch length, density, evenness, and defect rates. This hands-on, technical position supports continuous high-speed production of quality knitted fabric while maintaining machine performance, yarn feed consistency, and overall process efficiency. Experience across textile manufacturing, including fiber preparation, carding, and spinning, is valued to support integration from yarn to finished knit fabric.

The role is on-site in Leander, TX or Austin, TX, on first shift and full-time.

Requirements

• At least 3 years as a textile technician or operator with hands-on textile manufacturing experience, emphasizing circular knitting machine operation.
• Experience managing multiple machines in a shift-based production environment.
• Practical knowledge of circular knitting processes, including yarn feeding, tension control, stitch formation, needle and sinker systems, and troubleshooting common fabric defects.
• Working familiarity with broader textile manufacturing stages such as blow-room or fiber cleaning, carding, and/or rotor spinning.
• Ability to perform routine cleaning, preventive maintenance, and basic mechanical adjustments on knitting machines and related equipment.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to work independently, and comfort responding quickly to production issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Equivalent experience, related skills, and/or relevant education may be considered upon review.

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience with Monarch and/or Vanguard circular knitting machines; this is highly preferred.
• Basic electrical or electronic knowledge, such as sensors, motors, and switches; ability to read simple schematics; and willingness to learn PLC and HMI interfaces or advanced diagnostics.
• Mechanical aptitude and eagerness to embrace digital tools and new machine generations.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing basics and a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor circular knitting machines to produce tubular or flat knitted fabrics, ensuring correct yarn feed, tension, stitch length, gauge, and fabric quality while minimizing defects.
• Set up, thread, and adjust machines for different yarn types, counts, and fabric constructions; perform style changes and optimize parameters through machine controls or HMI.
• Respond to machine signals and alarms, identifying and resolving issues such as yarn breaks, tension variations, needle or sinker problems, fabric defects, or reduced efficiency.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance and cleaning of circular knitting equipment, including needles, sinkers, cams, yarn feeders, and related components.
• Perform quality-control checks on knitted fabric, including visual inspection and measurements for weight, width, density, and defects; take corrective actions such as component replacement, tension adjustments, or process optimization.
• Support upstream textile processes as needed, including monitoring blow-room or fiber-cleaning, carding, and rotor-spinning equipment to ensure consistent yarn quality.
• Adjust machine settings through HMI or equivalent interfaces for knitting parameters such as feeds, speeds, stitch length, and multi-lot production.
• Maintain accurate production records, report issues, and contribute to improvements in knitting efficiency and fabric quality.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed