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DuPage County ROE

Yarn Club

Wheaton, IL

Plan and lead knitting, crocheting, and fiber arts activities. Support students in learning basic yarn and textile skills. Encourage creativity, patience, and peer collaboration. Help organize ...

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$60 - $70/hr

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The Hiring Method, LLC

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Wilkesboro, NC

$84K - $113K/yr

Mandatory textile industry experience (cut-resistant fibers, yarn formation, knitting, weaving, composites, industrial fabrics, upholstery, interior textiles, garments, cut & sew, etc.) * Strong ...

Milliken & Company

Mechanical Technician

Columbus, NC · On-site

Experience in textile manufacturing/machine maintenance * Thorough understanding of knitting process and how machine adjustments interact to affect fabric properties * Knit Machine set up and ...

Milliken

Mechanical Technician

Columbus, NC

Experience in textile manufacturing/machine maintenance * Thorough understanding of knitting process and how machine adjustments interact to affect fabric properties * Knit Machine set up and ...

LION Group

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Dayton, OH · On-site

Lead supplier selection, qualification, and ongoing performance management across global textile and trim suppliers * Apply strong technical knowledge of fabrics, fiber types, weaving/knitting ...

Lear Corporation

DNB Technician - 2nd Shift

Pine Grove, PA · On-site

$15.50 - $20.25/hr

... TEXTILES, PINE GROVE As a member of the Double Needle Bar (DNB) team, the DNB Tech will be responsible for operating the double needle bar machine which includes knitting and warping tasks.

ALO

Sweater R&D Associate

Los Angeles, CA

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... knitting behavior. This role is essential to driving innovation, and quality in our sweater ... Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering, Fiber Science, or related field. * 5+ years of experience ...

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As of Jun 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for textile knitting in the United States is $61,499.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $76,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A typical day in Textile Knitting involves operating and monitoring knitting machines, threading yarns, and checking products for consistency and quality. You may also be responsible for making minor machine adjustments, recording production data, and helping to troubleshoot issues that arise during the process. Collaboration with other team members, such as designers, machine technicians, and quality inspectors, is common to ensure smooth workflow and meet production deadlines. Being detail-oriented and maintaining a keen focus on quality standards are vital parts of the role.

What is a Textile Knitting job?

A Textile Knitting job involves operating and maintaining knitting machines to produce fabric or garments from yarn. Workers in this field monitor machine settings, detect and fix defects, and ensure the quality of the knitted material. They may also be responsible for changing machine settings to create different patterns, textures, or fabric types. This role requires attention to detail, technical knowledge of knitting machinery, and an understanding of various yarn types and textile properties.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Textile Knitting position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Textile Knitting, you need a solid understanding of yarns, knitting techniques, and pattern reading, often complemented by a high school diploma or vocational training. Familiarity with industrial knitting machines, computerized knitting systems, and basic textile finishing tools is essential. Attention to detail, manual dexterity, strong problem-solving skills, and teamwork help you excel in a production environment. These skills ensure the efficient creation of high-quality knitted textiles and minimize production errors.

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Product Development Engineer (Knit)

Product Development Engineer (Knit)

Milliken

Spartanburg, SC

Other

Posted 14 days ago

Milliken & Company rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 32 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

23rd of 55 rated fashion and textile manufacturers

Job description

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people's lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken's curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram and  LinkedIn.

POSITION TITLE  

Product Development Engineer (Knit) 

 

POSITION OVERVIEW 

This position serves as a member of the Polartec Global Product Development team and is responsible for the development and commercialization of new fabrics or laminate products to support revenue growth in any of the markets in which the company participates. 

This position can be based at either Spartanburg, SC or Hudson, NH. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Provide direction on raw materials, machinery, processes and material construction techniques to create robust, manufacturing and market ready products in line with the company's product goals and strategies. 

  • Create new products and process procedures based on research and evaluations as required to support the development of innovative fabrics. 

  • Work jointly with manufacturing and supply chain to improve production performance and identify opportunities to reduce operating costs in knitting, dyeing and finishing areas and overall product raw material cost. 

  • Review and approve formulas, procedures, and specifications related to the commercialization of new products.   

  • Allocate reasonable personal time to research new technologies and stay abreast of latest advancements related to textile development, particularly as it relates to knitted fabrics. 

QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED 

  • Bachelor's Degree in Textile Engineering, Science, Design or related field or equivalent; or Bachelor's Degree and relevant professional experience in textile manufacturing and development. 

  • 5+ years of experience in textile product engineering, design or development in a manufacturing company.  Circular and/or warp knitting experience is required. 

  • Experience creating work plans for development trials, coordinating trials with departments in manufacturing operations. 

  • Significant project management experience, including product cost, quality, manufacturability, and design assessments. 

  • Must have a high level of curiosity, creativity, excellent decision making and problem-solving skills, and demonstrated abilities to drive innovation. 

  • Ability to travel as required; domestic and international. 

The successful candidate will have strengths in the following: 

  • Understanding of Fiber, Fabric, and Garment testing protocols and relation to fabric formation and raw material choices. 

  • Knowledge of analytical and problem solving tools and techniques. 

  • Excellent interpersonal skills, communication and presentation abilities. 

  • Comprehensive computer/data management skills. 

#LI-AP1 

Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

To request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact TalentAcquisition@milliken.com.

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