Key responsibilities include:
- Machine setup and configuration based on tooling and CAD inputs
- Tuning machines for different materials (textiles, silicone, leather, synthetics, adhesives)
- Executing prototype builds and supporting early-stage to pre-production scaling
- Troubleshooting machine/process issues impacting build quality and cycle time
- Providing feedback on manufacturability and process improvements
We are particularly looking for candidates with:
- Strong hands-on experience in softgoods fabrication and cut & sew processes
- Expertise in stitch types, seams, thread selection, and tension calibration
- Experience in bonding, lamination, die cutting, heat forming, and finishing techniques
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, patterns, and build instructions
- Familiarity with fabric manipulation, surface finishing, and microfiber handling