Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leaderwhose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. Fromindustry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products thatenhance 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, Instagramand LinkedIn.
Textile Development Professional
POSITION OVERVIEW
The position will focus on product development andnew technologyplatforms to expand theApparelSBU. The position will report to theDirector ofDevelopment and will support the overall growth initiatives of the business. The Development Engineer will work with the business and manufacturing partners to create and launch new products in our marketswith specific emphasis on theflame resistanttextile market. Required travel will beapproximately 25-50% to the company's manufacturing facilities and customer locations.
Applied understanding of fiber, yarn, weave, dye, finishprocessesand impact on textile properties
Design andoptimizefabric constructions (fiber, yarn, weave,etc) to meet market performance requirements
Product Development Process:
Analyze test data (TPP, thermal transfer, strength, shrinkage, durability) to drive product trade-offs and decisionswith a data science mindset
Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, product line management,sourcing, and external partners to deliver successful launches
Serve as a technical leader and mentor, elevating team capability in woven design,chemical formulations, and development rigor
QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
Strong textile acumen- fiber, yarn, weave, dyeing, finishing processes and materials
QUALIFICATIONS - PREFERRED
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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