Senior Technician, Textiles

It’s a great time to joinVelcro Companies!

Technical expert in applying scientific and engineering principles to a wide range of testing, product, equipment, and process development. Expert in applying statistical tools to prepare data and draw useful conclusion from the data. Skillful conduct trials on production and prototype equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

· Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to others within department.

· Creatively develops techniques to understand and solve challenging customer problems.

· Researches and identifies new test methods and processes to understand customer needs and create solutions.

· Conducts trials on production and prototype equipment.

· Documents results and prepares reports.

· Approves and implements new procedures.

· Expands internal testing and process capabilities.

· Supports multiple projects across various business categories and operations.

· Shares knowledge and provides mentoring and training.

Non-essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

· Participates in external technical organizations and groups

· Other duties may be assigned or required for the performance of this position

Knowledge & Experience (Minimum Job Qualifications):

· Associates Degree in Technical field (can be substituted with certificate and/or additional equivalent related work experience).

· 8 years’ Technician experience with degree, 9+ years without a degree.

· Minitab; expert level.

· Ability to lead, mentor, and train others.

· Ability to work and thrive in a team environment.

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

· Ability to communicate effectively and achieve project results on cross-functional teams.

· Exceptional time management, interpersonal, and communications skills.

· Detail orientation and organized.

· Proficient in MS Suite (Outlook, Excel, and Word).

OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY AND EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING

Fostering a culture where people thrive—safely, purposefully, and with opportunity.  At Velcro USA Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and generous time-off to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Our culture encourages advancement and provides opportunities for both personal and professional development.

Safety is a core value at Velcro USA Inc. and an essential part of every role. We are dedicated to maintaining a safe, healthy work environment through strict adherence to our Global Safety Rules and our goal of achieving Zero Injuries of Any Kind (ZIAK). Employees are expected to complete required safety training, use personal protective equipment (PPE), report unsafe conditions, and follow protocols for fall protection, lockout/tagout (LOTO), hot work, and confined spaces. Together, we foster a culture of prevention, accountability, and care.

Health and Welfare Benefits:

Medical and Prescription Coverage (HSA and HRA Options)

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Award Winning Wellness and Incentive Program

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Business Travel Accident Insurance

Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Retirement Savings Plan

401(k) Saving Plan with generous 5.5% Company match and Immediate Vesting

Time-Off Benefits

Paid Vacation Time

Paid Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave

13 Paid Company Holidays

Other Benefits and Programs

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Financial Wellness Benefit – Smart Dollar®

Employee Recognition Programs

Employee Resource Groups

Charitable or Educational Matching Gift Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Velcro Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.