Technician, Dyeing & Finishing Applications Laboratory

Summary:This position is responsible for operating industrial textile equipment to process research projects at Cotton Incorporated. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: operating dyeing and finishing equipment, maintaining adequate levels of inventory, and participating in internal safety teams.Core Functions:· Assist with processing research projects within the Dyeing & Finishing Applications Department.· Weigh/measure dyes and chemicals· Operate industrial textile processing equipment· Assist Manager with maintaining inventory of dyes and chemicals· Assist with coordination of incoming project requests submitted by internal and external customers as needed· Coordinate planning and scheduling of projects in absence of Manager· Assist with outside companies conducting trials· Move and route project materials manually which includes but is not limited to: relocating fabric rolls and chemicals from warehouse, to lab, to finishing areas· Perform lab tours, give presentations on laboratory activities and research, and represent Cotton Incorporated at meetings and in professional organizations at the request of company management· Follow safe work practices at all times and participate in internal safety teams as assigned· Maintain professional and industry knowledge by participating in industry and association meetings to keep abreast of technical developments· Participate in internal Spill Team (must become respirator certified), Confined Space team, and weekly safety meetingsJob Requirements:· High School Diploma· Bachelor’s degree in textiles or equivalent related work experience, a plus.· Training in chemical and general lab and equipment safety and health, a plus.· 2+ years dyeing industry experience, a plus· Experience within a mill or plant environment, a plus· Experience in textile fabric and apparel product development with cotton, blends, and 100% synthetic fibers, a plus· Knowledge of wet processing as it relates to preparation, bleaching, dyeing, finishing, and garment washing, a plus· Ability to weigh chemicals and dyes per project specifications· Familiarity with safety standards and regulations in an industrial environment· Possess a mechanical aptitude· Self-motivated, team player· Professional written and verbal communication skills· This position requires domestic travel up to 5% of the timeWorking Conditions / Physical Demands:· Periods of high noise levels and temperatures up to 110°F· (Seasonal) warmer work areas· Frequent sitting, standing, bending, twisting, reaching, and occasional moderate to heavy lifting (up to 60 pounds)· Use of eye and hearing protection as well as protective wear as required by chemical SDS· Frequent phone and face-to-face contact with internal/external contacts at all levels· Consistent exposure to and work with a wide variety of chemicals· Involvement with and exposure to various equipment and instruments· Required personal protection devices to be worn including but not limited to: safety glasses, lab coat, ear plugs, gloves, aprons, face shields, fitted respirator, and gogglesCotton Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This Employer participates in E-Verify.