Milliken Union , SC 29379
Posted 1 week ago
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Job Title: Nonwovens Process Engineer
Job Summary:
This position is located at the Milliken Gillespie Plant located in Union, SC and reports to the 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.
Key Responsibilities:
Own the process - develop knowledge and build on experience to support daily operations
Develop a thorough understanding of all factors and conditions that impact the processes and products, including environmental impacts
Prepare diagrams, charts, tables to reflect findings and support recommendations
Develop and modify process specifications to ensure products exceed customer expectations
Perform daily process audits to ensure equipment is setup and running at optimal levels
Work closely with the Product Development area to create new samples and products
Focus on continuous improvement to drive safety, quality and cost
Analyze problems and implement solutions using critical thinking skills and focused improvement methods
Use sound project management skills to manage multiple improvement projects
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
Interact with customers as needed to ensure optimal product quality for their processes
Be a valued contributor in a team oriented culture
Communicate and work effectively with a diverse group of associates to accomplish project and plant goals
Be a leader in the plantwide safety process that supports plant and corporate initiatives
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Textiles or Engineering
Textile nonwovens knowledge / experience
Previous manufacturing experience (intern, co-op, or full-time)
The successful candidate will demonstrate strengths in the following:
Communication skills - verbal, written, and group presentations
Strong organization and work habits
Analytical/problem-solving skills in the areas of engineering, process flow, general equipment maintenance and product analysis
Initiative - willing to challenge paradigms, try new things, learn from mistakes, and own the metrics
Leadership skills
Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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