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
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Lab Technician, Protective Fabrics
The Laboratory Technical Associate will report to the Senior Development Engineer and serve as an integral team member in the growth and innovation efforts of Milliken’s Protective Fabrics business. This role supports development and testing efforts in flame-resistant and post-finishing technologies within the Lab Services & Compliance team. The position is first shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Milliken’s Textile Division operates in a wide variety of markets, including uniform apparel, napery, interior fabrics, activewear apparel, reinforcing fabrics, military fabrics, and airbags. The division provides innovative, custom-engineered material solutions and strives to create high-value, differentiated solutions that address critical challenges within targeted market segments.
Milliken’s Protective Fabrics business offers high-performance materials for the military, fire service, and industrial workwear markets using woven and knitted fabrics, often with specialized chemically functionalized surfaces. These treatments include flame resistance, water repellency, moisture management, and antimicrobial properties.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborate with the development team to develop new products for the market.
Conduct laboratory experiments under the direction of the Senior Development Engineer in the areas of flame resistance and chemical finishing for textiles.
Perform testing and chemical analysis on samples.
Prepare laboratory reports that detail experimental design, testing results, and analysis.
Participate in the site safety process.
Assist with facilitating scale-up trials at manufacturing sites.
Maintain laboratory chemical inventory, chemical labeling, and safety data sheet compliance requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Science or Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
Computer skills related to data entry and tracking, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
Basic understanding of statistical analysis.
Highly motivated, self-driven, and open-minded individual who can accomplish tasks and projects in a limited-supervision environment.
Ability to travel to local plants for day trips only.
Ability to move around to multiple job stations and operate basic tools as needed during an 8-hour day.
QUALIFICATIONS - PREFERRED
Experience in an industrial laboratory setting.
Understanding of chemical concepts.
Experience with textiles.
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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.
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Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, we create products that enhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for customers and communities. Our commitment to driving change for more sustainable outcomes is at the core of everything we do.
Our innovative capabilities can help you solve challenges. Our extensive portfolio includes thousands of patents varying in a diverse range of applications across industries including textile, specialty chemical, flooring and healthcare businesses. We know that the best ideas are born by empowering the brightest people. That’s why we give our teams the tools they need to imagine world-changing solutions and then realize their vision. We focus on insights and innovation to develop everything from new molecules to new products that protect first responders, help wounds heal faster, protect our food, and make environments healthier. At Milliken, we make products that make people’s lives better.
At Milliken, we foster a culture of integrity and excellence, encouraging our talented team of curious minds to push boundaries and uncover new possibilities. Together we strive to positively impact the world around us for generations to come.
Discover more about Milliken’s curious minds and inspired solutions at www.milliken.com or find us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
