Lab Testing Technician at MADE Laboratory

MADE Laboratory is looking for a Lab Testing Technician—someone who knows the ins and outs of apparel decoration, thrives on problem-solving, and loves geeking out over quality and process. This isn’t a production job, but your 5 years of hands-on experience with screen printing, heat transfer, DTG, and embroidery will be used daily in testing, analyzing, and improving the way apparel is decorated across the industry.

Lab Testing & Evaluation

• Put apparel decoration methods to the test using the latest equipment in a state-of-the-art, climate-controlled lab
• Evaluate samples for durability, wash-fastness, color accuracy, and print quality
• Experiment, document, and troubleshoot processes to help brands and suppliers improve their products

Data & Reporting

• Capture test results, document findings, and create reports that help companies make real improvements
• Take high-quality photos of test samples for documentation and reporting

Industry Impact & Continuous Learning

• Stay ahead of the curve by participating in MADE Lab’s industry events, workshops, and testing projects
• Collaborate with some of the biggest names in the apparel industry to refine and innovate decoration techniques

• Experience
• Minimum of 5 years of apparel decoration experience, including screen-printing, heat-transfer, direct-to-garment printing and embroidery
• Skills
• Proficiency in various apparel decoration techniques, including screen-printing, heat-transfer, direct-to-garment printing, and embroidery
• Ability to pass a color test
• Attention to detail: A keen eye for subtle differences in color and texture
• Ability to follow written instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Proficient in data entry and documentation in a Mac environment
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors

• You’ve run a print shop (or a department) and can spot a bad print from across the room
• You love testing, troubleshooting, and figuring out what makes a process better
• You’re meticulous and can follow standard operating procedures like a pro
• You actually enjoy screen printing and garment decoration
  

• You just want a job—this is for people who care about the craft
• You hate following procedures and think “close enough” is good enough
• You aren’t flexible—this is a lab role, but things change fast, and we need problem-solvers
• You won’t take out the trash—we all pitch in when needed
  

We don’t just want a resume—we want to see your skills in action. To apply, find a printed garment with a flaw (misprint, registration issue, fibrillation, etc.) and write a short paragraph on what went wrong and how you’d fix it. Attach a photo.

Send your write-up, the photo, short resume, and a quick note on why this job excites you to: hello@madelab.io

Work in a state-of-the-art and climate controlled lab in Fort Worth, TX

Stay connected to the biggest names in the apparel industry through MADE Lab’s events and education

Health insurance, paid time off, and a team that actually values your expertise

We’re a hub for innovation in the branded apparel industry, providing testing, training, and development for companies looking to improve their decoration processes. We host workshops, classes, and industry events while working directly with brands and suppliers to push apparel decoration forward.

If you want to be part of something bigger, help improve the industry, and work with people who care about getting things right—we’d love to hear from you.