Process Improvement Professional - Enterprise Plant

Process Improvement Professional - Enterprise Plant

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people's lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations.

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POSITION TITLE /

LOCATION:

Process Improvement Professional – Greenville Area (Marietta, SC)

JOB CLASSIFICATION:
Process Improvement

POSITION

REPORTS TO:

Process Improvement Manager / Operations Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This position is located at the Milliken Enterprise Plant located in Marietta, SC and reports to the Process Improvement Manager / Operations Manager. The position is responsible for leading continuous improvement efforts at the site. It plays a key role in the development and implementation of manufacturing process improvements that drive new performance levels, improve quality, consistency and cost.

ESSENTIAL

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop a thorough understanding of all factors and conditions that impact the processes and products, including environmental impacts
• Use sound project management skills to manage multiple improvement projects
• Analyze problems and implement solutions using critical thinking skills and focused improvement methods
• Incorporate creative thinking into the problem-solving approach to identify unique and different ways to make things better/more consistent/faster/cheaper/efficient
• Prepare diagrams, charts, tables to reflect findings and support recommendations
• Work closely with the Product Development area to create new samples and products
• Communicate and work effectively with a diverse group of associates to accomplish project and location goals
• Participate fully in the Safety Process

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Textile Engineering or other related Engineering field or 5 plus years of leadership experience with relevant industry experience pertaining to the dyeing of textiles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous manufacturing experience (intern, co-op, or fulltime)

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Communication skills – verbal, written, and group presentations
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical/problem-solving skills
• Leadership skills

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND ACCOMMODATIONS:
The company is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to any protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.