Production Manager – Nonwoven Mfg

Position:    Production Manager – Nonwoven Mfg

Location:  North Carolina

 

Nonwoven Manufacture in North Carolina is recruiting an experienced Production Manager.

 

If you have solid experience in nonwoven manufacturing, this is an opportunity to step up into a manager position with a well established company.

 

Individuals looking to relocate to North Carolina will be considered.  Some relo expenses provided.

 

Responsibilities:

•      Manage U.S. Production of the non-woven textile continuous process line

•      Direct the work of the Production Team to manage performance

•      Set up procedures and standards of performance

•      Convert daily reports into graphed data to check progress and ensure continuous improvement

•      Analyze work delays and quality issues to discover and remedy root cause problems

•      Ensure compliance with company rules, regulations, and policies

•      Involved and responsible for staffing, continuous improvement, product quality and quantity, and safety

•      Help to create and sustain a culture of safety and efficiency on the production floor

•      Demonstrate leadership and commitment to the site quality

•      Achieve excellence in operations while encouraging professional growth

 

Cross Department Interaction

•      Assist the plant manager and safety manager with the implementation of the site safety systems

•      Work with Human Resources to evaluate and recommend staffing needs, shift needs, and employee welfare programs

•      Develop strategic plan with the Maintenance department to maximize line efficiency

•      Co-chair the safety committee and working to promote safety policies and practices

•      Support training and development initiatives

 

Requirements:

•      A four year degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or relevant field

•      3+ years of experience as a production manager

•      Experience in 24/7 manufacturing facility a plus

•      Worked in nonwoven manufacturing

•      Working knowledge of Lean, TOC, and Six Sigma techniques

•      Excellent computer skills

•      Proven leadership skills