Job Title: Manufacturing Technician
Location: Knoxville, TN
Job Type: Full-Time / Entry-Level / Hourly
Start Date: ASAP
Role Overview
We are seeking a motivated Manufacturing Technician to join our production team. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end creation and packaging of textile products, from operating high-tech laser cutting systems to final assembly using industrial sewing machines. This is an entry-level position. While experience is a plus, we are willing to train individuals with strong mechanical aptitude, a keen eye for quality, and the ability to learn.
Key Responsibilities
- Laser Cutting Operations:
- Set up and operate CNC laser cutting machines to precision-cut various textiles.
- Load fabric rolls or sheets onto the cutting bed, ensuring proper alignment.
- Perform basic digital file prep and monitor machine software for errors.
- Industrial Sewing:
- Join fabric components using industrial straight-stitch, overlock, or specialized sewing machines.
- Maintain consistent seam allowances and high-quality stitch integrity.
- Quality Control & Maintenance:
- Inspect finished parts for burn marks, fraying, or sewing defects.
- Perform routine "daily-care" maintenance on machines (oiling, cleaning lint, changing needles/lenses).
- Follow technical drawings and assembly instructions accurately.
- Packaging & Stocking:
- Post-Production Processing: Clean finished goods (removing loose threads or laser residue) and perform final quality audits.
- Packaging: Fold, bag, or box finished products according to brand specifications and labeling requirements.
- Inventory Management: Move completed and packaged units to designated stocking areas or bins; update digital or manual production logs to reflect completed inventory.
Qualifications & Skills
- Detail-Oriented: Ability to spot a 1/16" deviation in a seam or a flaw in a fabric weave.
- Technical Aptitude: Comfortable using computers and learning basic CNC software.
- Manual Dexterity: Strong hand-eye coordination for handling delicate or bulky fabrics.
- Organization: Ability to manage a tidy workspace and keep track of various SKUs during the packaging phase.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for extended periods. Comfortable with repetitive hand and wrist motions (folding and bagging). Ability to lift and move bins or boxes up to 60 lbs
- Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Preferred (But Not Required)
- Previous experience in upholstery, apparel manufacturing, or hobbyist sewing.
- Familiarity with CAD software (for laser pathing).
- Experience in a lean manufacturing or "5S" environment.
Company-wide Requirements
- All candidates must have the legal ability to work in the United States without sponsorship
- Ability to clearly communicate in a fast-paced work environment
- Ability to pass a background check
- Ability to perform physical tasks required of the job
Work location: onsite in Knoxville, TN MSA