What are the responsibilities and job description for the Knitting Technician position at RTP COMPANY?
Saint Croix Inc. is a manufacturer of handcrafted luxury clothing in Winona, MN. Saint Croix has been designing and delivering exceptional high-quality sweaters, sports coats, shirts, outerwear, and accessories for over 60 years. Saint Croix sweaters and knit fabric are created using state-of-the-art knitting machines and then turned over to human hands for precise care at every step. These garments are recognized as some of the greatest in the world due to unparalleled craftsmanship. Saint Croix has become a cornerstone of the luxury sportswear industry, respected worldwide for knowledge, commitment, and integrity.
Saint Croix, Inc., is a wholly owned subsidiary of RTP Company, a global compounder of custom-engineered thermoplastics headquartered in Winona, Minnesota.
Work Hours:
Monday - Thursday 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM (40 hours)
Position not eligible for work sponsorship
JOB SUMMARY
Knitting Technicians set up the knitting machines and understand the different knitting stitches and styles. They adjust the knitting programs and equipment to ensure that the knit patterns align with the design and quality standards. Additionally, they are skilled in troubleshooting problems and making necessary adjustments to produce high-quality knit fabrics.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ability to program and set up knitting machines. Must have complete knowledge of Stoll Sirix, M1/M1-Plus Pattern preparation platforms and Stoll Sintral code.
- Ability to complete patterns requiring multiple carrier intarsia and complex stitch structures including, but not limited to, Gore technique, fully fashion and special case jacquard.
- Responsible for quality control on the knitting floor. Must be able to maintain or exceed Saint Croix's level of quality expectations.
- Work with Floor Supervisors to maintain a safe and enjoyable work environment.
- Responsible to train new technicians and retrain existing technicians as needed
- Work on production-related issues (size changes, size checks, style changes, etc.)
- Monitor all machines to ensure they are running at peak efficiency without compromising quality.
- Responsible for new style changes and the ability to solve any problems associated with the new style.
- Stay current with new technology on the machines.
- Knowledge to work on all circular-type machines. Style changes and problem solving.
- Work with the Sample Team and assist in all aspects of sampling, programming, troubleshooting, scheduling, etc.
- Ability to repair the machine is a plus
- Other duties/responsibilities as assigned, or apparent.