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Textile Coordinator

Buena Park, CA · On-site

$22.62 - $31.67/hr

Support verification activities in the Integrify process, ensuring accuracy and compliance; update test results in the Textile Manager system. * Assist in drafting and maintaining textile-related ...

Textile Operator

Greensboro, NC · On-site

$17.51/hr

... * Assist with setup, operation, and monitoring of weaving/loom machines * Load yarn, thread, or ... Previous manufacturing or textile experience * Ability to stand for long periods and work in a fast ...

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Textile Assistant information

What is a textile assistant?

Textile Assistants are professionals who support textile designers, manufacturers, or production teams in the creation and processing of fabrics and textile products. Their responsibilities may include preparing materials, assisting with sampling and quality control, conducting tests, maintaining equipment, and handling administrative tasks related to textile production. They play a crucial role in ensuring smooth workflow and quality standards throughout the textile manufacturing process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a textile assistant?

To thrive as a Textile Assistant, you need a basic understanding of textile materials, fabric processing, and quality control, often supported by a diploma or vocational training in textiles. Familiarity with textile machinery, inventory management systems, and fabric testing tools is typically required. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure efficient production, consistent quality, and smooth workflow in textile manufacturing environments.

What are some common challenges faced by textile assistants in coordinating with production and design teams?

Textile Assistants often serve as a crucial link between production and design teams, which can present challenges such as managing tight deadlines, ensuring clear communication of design specifications, and handling last-minute changes in materials or processes. Balancing quality standards with cost and time constraints requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Successful Textile Assistants proactively address issues, collaborate closely with both teams, and maintain accurate records to ensure smooth workflow and project delivery.

What is the difference between Textile Assistant vs Textile Technician?

AspectTextile AssistantTextile Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some technical trainingTechnical diploma or associate degree in textiles or related field
Work EnvironmentFactories, production lines, textile millsLaboratories, production facilities, quality control settings
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting in textile production, preparing materials, basic machine operationTesting textiles, analyzing fabric quality, troubleshooting production issues

In summary, a Textile Assistant primarily supports textile production processes with basic tasks and assistance, while a Textile Technician performs more specialized testing, analysis, and quality control functions within the textile industry.

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Infographic showing various Textile Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Textile Coordinator

Exemplis LLC

Buena Park, CA • On-site

$22.62 - $31.67/hr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


Exemplis rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 52 rated furniture manufacturers


Job description

Salary Range: $22.62 - $31.67
Position Summary:
The Textile Coordinator plays a critical supporting role within the Raw Materials Development (RMD) team by managing textile processes, documentation, and sample flow across multiple brands including SitOnIt Seating, Albany Park, and Timbuk2. This role ensures that textiles are processed, tracked, and documented with accuracy, supporting engineering, product development, and customer satisfaction.
This position is onsite 5x/week in Buena Park.
Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
  • Receive, log, and process textile test samples for lab evaluation, ensuring proper labeling, organization, and traceability.
  • Manage Customer's Own Material (COM) requests, verifying, tracking, and updating textile information.
  • Prepare and manage textile export documentation; create and maintain fabric part numbers in internal systems.
  • Support verification activities in the Integrify process, ensuring accuracy and compliance; update test results in the Textile Manager system.
  • Assist in drafting and maintaining textile-related work instructions; uphold 5S standards in textile areas.
  • Partner with Customer Experience to support shipping of textile samples and swatches, ensuring correct dimensions, packaging, and delivery documentation.
  • Manage the creation of new textile cards and collections from partner mills; maintain up-to-date sample libraries and textile reference archives.

Qualifications, Skills and Education:
Required Qualifications:
  • 1-2 years of administrative, textile, or materials-related experience (manufacturing, product development, or customer service a plus).
  • Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy and timeliness.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort with database/PLM systems.
  • Ability to handle fabric rolls, swatches, and textile samples.
  • Strong communication skills for coordination with internal teams and external partners.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong communication skills for coordination with internal teams and external partners.
  • Tech Pack exp. (Spec Packs)
  • Has worked a ton within NPD/NPI/ Sustainability & Innovation
  • Masters Degree. Textile Sciences

Perks and Benefits:
We hope that you're excited by the possibilities that come along with working at Exemplis! With us, TEAM comes first. We bring integrity, passion, and excellence to work each day. Being part of our team means living our core values and thriving in an environment of constant innovation and positive change.
In addition to our unique culture, we also offer these fun perks and benefits.
  • Competitive Salary: Our compensation philosophy is to be externally competitive, internally fair, and not win or lose on compensation. Salary ranges are developed with the support of national benchmarks and industry best practices that adjusts to your cost of labor, years of relevant experience, skill set, and education.
  • Employee Discounts: We offer our employees discounts across all of our product lines.
  • Hit our Numbers Lunch: When we hit our monthly milestones, we all celebrate!

About Us:
It all started in a small warehouse in California with just three employees, a fax machine and a bell that rang out every time a chair came down the conveyor belt. 30 years later, Exemplis continues to lead, innovate and disrupt an array of industries through its growing family of brands - including SitOnIt Seating, Timbuk2, X-Chair, Maverick, Mavix, Edloe Finch, and Albany Park. From sustainable manufacturing to outreach programs and more, we strive to make a positive impact on everyone we serve. We make sure our people (and their communities) are at the core of our organization. To make a difference, we must be a champion of diversity, inclusion, service and social justice - above all else. Are you ready to be a part of something special? We have headquarters, offices and retail stores across the U.S. (plus a variety of flexible work opportunities). Learn more and apply today.
Exemplis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and our company adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. Read our full statement on our careers page.

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