PT Lab Operator

PT Laboratory Operator

The LYCRA Company is a premier supplier of differentiated fiber products from a global manufacturing base with assets in Europe, USA, Mexico, Brazil, China, and Singapore.

Our Apparel business works with leading consumer brands, retailers, and fabric mills all over the world to leverage our innovative ingredient brand fibers including LYCRA® fiber, COOLMAX® fabric, THERMOLITE® fabric, SUPPLEX® fabric and TACTEL® fiber. The LYCRA Company is a leading supplier in the global apparel markets including ready-to-wear, intimate apparel, swimwear, active wear, outdoor and career apparel.

The LYCRA Company is seeking a PT Laboratory Operator located at our manufacturing plant in Waynesboro, Virginia. This position has a critical role, which will provide support for the Waynesboro production team.

The position will report to Site Quality and Process Lab Leader.

Job Summary:

• Prepare samples and analyze finished products for control purposes using standard analytical procedures.
• Run all types of physical analysis when required such as routine, start up, shut down, tests and all other testing required to support site production and trade problems troubleshooting.
• Record data properly and maintain digital files.
• Ensure areas are constantly kept informed of results of testing.
• Perform all quality checks and ensure that all laboratory equipment is running as designed and/or programmed.
• Working independently with minimal supervision following lab job procedures.
• Keeping a high standard of housekeeping on all lab working stations.
• Having a strong sense of urgency and commitment to achieving outstanding results and delivering those results.
• Communicating with others across the organization.
• Utilizing strong observation and critical thinking skills

Qualifications (required):

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer skills. Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Proficient in reading, writing and communicating in English.
• Willingness and ability to work the following schedule:
• Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
• Rotating weekend coverage (Saturday and Sunday, 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.). Employees who work a scheduled weekend will receive one weekday off during that week.
• Overtime as needed

Qualifications (preferred):

• Professional laboratory experience within the last 2 years
• Proficient using Microsoft Word and Excel, and any other basic computer software
• Successful completion of at least one college level science course; examples include, but are not limited to Math, Physics, Chemistry, Computer, Biology, etc.

As a principled-based organization, The LYCRA Company is committed to a fair, respectful, and equitable workplace that embraces diversity and reflects the communities in which it operates. This helps foster an environment where employees feel valued, fulfilled, and able to achieve their full potential. Furthermore, we believe that a diverse workforce operating in such an environment is central to our success, as we need not only the right skill sets but also a wide breadth of perspectives and ideas, diverse life experiences, & a seamless collaboration between employees to achieve our company purpose of "enhancing life through innovative garment solutions."