Mechanical Technician

Mechanical Technician

The Mechanical Technician will use strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills to develop and support specialized nonwovens process technology and equipment. This role works hands-on with lab line systems and larger roll-to-roll web processing equipment in a fast-paced, team-based environment. The technician will configure, operate, and maintain process equipment, characterize nonwoven materials, and contribute to process development while adapting to changing priorities and run plans.

• Configure, operate, and maintain process equipment, including lab line systems and larger roll-to-roll web processing systems.
• Measure and characterize the properties of nonwoven materials directly from the production line.
• Keep detailed and accurate records of technical work, test conditions, and results.
• Communicate technical findings clearly through written documentation and verbal updates to team members.
• Follow established standard operating procedures (SOPs) and help develop and refine new SOPs as processes evolve.
• Adapt to changing priorities and evolving run plans in a high-speed, team-based environment.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area in accordance with safety and housekeeping guidelines.
• Handle materials safely, including lifting pails, moving pallets, and performing other assigned physical tasks.
• Support process development activities using structured methodologies such as 5S, Six Sigma, or Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to troubleshoot equipment issues and improve process performance.

• High school diploma, GED, or higher.
• At least 1 year of technician or operator experience in an industrial setting.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving ability.
• Experience with mechanical systems and equipment maintenance in a production, pilot plant, or similar industrial environment.
• Ability to configure, operate, and maintain lab line and heavy industrial process equipment.
• Ability to follow and contribute to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office for documentation, data entry, and reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a highly interdisciplinary, team-oriented environment.
• Comfort working with changing priorities, evolving run plans, and high-speed operations.
• Ability to safely perform material handling tasks such as lifting pails and moving pallets.

• Associate degree or two-year technical program certificate in mechanical engineering, materials engineering, process engineering, or a similar technical field.
• Two or more years of experience in nonwovens or fiber processing, web processing, or roll-to-roll processing.
• Two or more years of experience in process development using 5S, Six Sigma, SPC, or similar continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience working on roll-to-roll or other heavy industrial equipment in production or pilot plant settings.
• Demonstrated ability to remain comfortable and effective while priorities and run plans shift.
• Interest in contributing to specialized nonwovens process technology and equipment development.

This role operates in a high-speed, industrial and laboratory environment focused on nonwovens and roll-to-roll web processing. The Mechanical Technician works frequently on lab line equipment and larger production-scale systems, handling materials and interacting directly with mechanical and process equipment. The work is highly team-oriented and interdisciplinary, requiring regular communication and collaboration with colleagues. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and adherence to standard operating procedures, with a strong focus on continuous improvement practices such as 5S, Six Sigma, and SPC.

The position involves physical activity, including lifting pails and moving pallets, and requires maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organized workspace. Standard industrial work attire suitable for a lab and production setting is expected, along with any required personal protective equipment appropriate for working…