****Position Summary
As an Insulation Blanket Manufacturing Technician, you will be at the heart of our thermal solutions team, transforming high-performance materials into custom insulation blankets and components. Your exceptional craftsmanship, keen attention to detail, and proactive problem-solving will ensure each blanket meets our customers' exacting requirements for thermal efficiency and reliability.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Create insulation blankets based on design specifications, patterns, and measurements. This includes cutting fabric, sewing pieces together, and fitting blankets as needed.
- Alter and repair existing blankets to ensure a proper fit and restore them to a high standard. This may include resizing and fixing tears or other damage.
- Verify use of appropriate fabrics, threads, and notions for different projects. Handle and store materials with care to avoid damage.
- Develop or modify blanket patterns based on design specifications or customer requirements. Ensure patterns are accurate and properly aligned.
- Inspect completed blankets and repairs for quality, fit, and adherence to design specifications. Make adjustments as necessary.
- Communicate with clients to understand their needs and preferences. Provide professional advice and recommendations on the use and care of insulation blankets.
- Perform regular maintenance on sewing machines and equipment to ensure optimal performance. Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise.
- Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, skills and abilities
- Proficiency with sewing machines, sergers, and related tools
- Strong sewing, alteration, and blanket-construction techniques
- Manual dexterity and fine motor control for detailed work
- High level of accuracy in assembly and alterations
- Adept at following specifications and inspecting finished products
- Clear, professional interaction with clients and team members
- Ability to interpret design requirements and provide feedback
- Innovative problem-solving to meet custom design and fit preferences
- Adaptable workflow to accommodate changing project scopes
- Comfortable sitting or standing for extended periods and performing repetitive tasks
- Able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 10 lbs safely
- Strong adherence to safety protocols in a workshop environment
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Vocational training or technical certification in sewing, textiles, or a related field is a plus
- Proven experience as a seamstress or in a similar role
- Hands-on familiarity with a variety of fabric types
- Sewing machine operation or textile-manufacturing credentials
- Workshop safety certification (e.g., machine-safety, PPE use)