nextjobz · 13 hours ago
Senior Lab Executive – Knitting
Marion County, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAKH Knitting & Dyeing Ltd. is seeking a Senior Lab Executive to manage and execute laboratory testing, sample development, and process control for knitted fabrics. The role involves ensuring quality standards, meeting buyer requirements, and maintaining production feasibility through various testing and coordination activities.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Conduct physical and performance tests for knitted fabrics (GSM, shrinkage, spirality, pilling, color fastness, bursting strength, etc.)
Ensure all testing is carried out as per buyer standards, ISO, AATCC, or ASTM methods
Maintain accurate lab test records, reports, and approvals
Monitor calibration and proper functioning of lab testing equipment
Coordinate with knitting, dyeing, and finishing teams for fabric sample development
Develop new fabric qualities, structures, and blends as per buyer or R&D requirements
Analyze fabric construction, yarn count, stitch length, and machine settings
Approve fabric samples before bulk production
Identify quality issues related to knitting and suggest corrective actions
Support production teams in resolving fabric defects (holes, barre, uneven GSM, torque, etc.)
Ensure compliance with buyer technical specifications and internal quality standards
Participate in internal and external audits as required
Communicate test results and technical feedback to merchandising and production teams
Coordinate with third-party labs when external testing is required
Provide technical support during buyer visits and fabric approvals
Prepare technical reports, lab test summaries, and fabric approval documents
Maintain fabric development files and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Qualification
Required
Experience: 5 to 8 years
Education: diploma in engineering
Skills: Textile Testing, Fabric Development, Quality Control, Communication, Reporting, MS Excel
Company
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11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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