Buck Mason

Direct-to-consumer menswear brand selling timeless apparel

Knitting Associate

Machine & Process OperationUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeReading, PA, USA$16 - $17 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Technical knowledge of yarn fibers, knit structures, and finished fabrics.
Technical knowledge of knitting and mechanics.
Ability to operate knitting machines and troubleshoot issues such as press offs, jams, re-needling, and re-camming.
Mechanical and electrical aptitude and ability to repair and maintain machines.
Ability to review and log manuals, samples, and specifications.
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Basic mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

Work directly with the Knitting Operations Manager and Knitting Lead to maintain production and development deadlines.
Support the knitting team with machine setup, including cylinder changes, needle setup, yarn racking, and knit downs.
Run and monitor fabric production, partner with the Knitting Lead to maintain quality, and troubleshoot and correct defects.
Keep the workspace clear of fiber and dust and clean machines as needed.
Collaborate with the knitting team to run fabric tests and build fabric specification sheets.
Oversee inbound and outbound shipments, including yarn, fabric, and parts.
Partner with the Knitting Operations Manager to prepare and fulfill orders by palletizing rolls, creating labels, and assisting with loading.
Monitor and track inventory of yarn and machine parts and supplies.

Salary Range: 16 to 17 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-hour-wage)

Responsibilities:

Work directly with Knitting Operations Manager and Knitting Lead to maintain deadlines for production and development
Support the knitting team with machine set-up: cylinder changes, needle setup, yarn racking, knit downs
Run and monitor fabric production; partner with Knitting Lead to maintain quality, and to troubleshoot and correct any defects
Mill Maintenance: keep workspace clear of fiber and dust, clean the machines as needed
Collaborate with knitting team in running fabric tests and building fabric spec sheets
Oversee Inbound and Outbound shipments, including yarn, fabric, and parts.
Partner with Knitting Operations Manager on prepping and fulfilling orders: palletize rolls, create labels, assist with loading
Monitor and track inventory of yarn and machine parts/supplies

Job knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Has technical knowledge of yarn fibers, knit structures, and finished fabrics
Has technical knowledge of knitting and mechanics
Understands how to operate knitting machines and troubleshoot (fixing press offs, jams, re-needling, and re-camming, etc.)
Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude and ability in repairing and maintaining machines
Ability to review and log manuals, samples, specifications
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Basic mathematical skills

About the Company

Buck Mason

Direct-to-consumer menswear brand selling timeless apparel

Buck Mason is a direct-to-consumer menswear brand that designs and sells high-quality, timeless casual apparel such as tees, jeans, jackets, and shirts. Its products are built for durability and everyday comfort, with a modern-meets-classic American aesthetic. The company sells online and through brick-and-mortar stores in major cities, and it also offers virtual fittings to help customers find the right size and reduce returns. Unlike many competitors who rely on third-party retailers, Buck Mason controls the entire customer experience from design to delivery, enabling better pricing and consistency in quality. The goal is to provide versatile, durable clothing that stays relevant season after season, fostering long-term customer relationships.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Early VC
Total funding: $2.6M
Headquarters: Los Angeles, CA
Founded: 2013

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