Director, Textile Manufacturing

We are seeking a highly experienced Director of Textile Manufacturing to lead and oversee operations across textile plants, focusing on fabric dyeing, finishing, and warping. This role provides strategic oversight, mentors plant managers, and ensures operational excellence while driving continuous improvement and business performance.

• Manage multiple textile manufacturing plants, ensuring efficient production, quality standards, and timely delivery.
• Oversee operations in fabric dyeing, finishing, knitting, and warping.
• Implement best practices across plants to harmonize operations post-M&A.

• Coach and mentor plant managers to strengthen business acumen and leadership capabilities.
• Foster a high-performance culture emphasizing accountability, safety, and operational excellence.
• Support professional development and succession planning within the management team.

• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• Drive Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational and strategic goals.

• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics for all assigned plants.
• Provide regular reports on operational and financial performance to senior leadership.
• Align plant operations with corporate strategy and market demands.

• Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Extensive experience in textile manufacturing, particularly fabric dyeing and finishing; automotive textile experience preferred.
• Proven leadership experience managing multiple manufacturing sites.
• Strong business acumen, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certifications
• Professional certifications in textile manufacturing or operations management

• Competitive salary range of $180,000 – $200,000.
• Target short-term incentive (STI) of 15% bonus.
• Leadership role with responsibility for multiple textile plants.
• Opportunity to