Fabric Mgmt - Team Leader

Astenjohnson-Holdings; Hampton (NH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AstenJohnson is seeking a Fabric Team Leader to supervise a 9–35 person team in the Fabric department, on a 6pm–6am schedule (Sunday–Tuesday, every other Saturday). You will plan production, review schedules, ensure safety and quality, and maintain essential records.

Ideal candidates have experience in nonwovens, lean manufacturing, ISO knowledge, and strong leadership. The role reports to the Manufacturing Team Leader and involves hands-on guidance and cross-department collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience with nonwovens.
• Operator training programs.
• Mechanical or electrical aptitude.
• Experience with fiber blending, carding, needle punch, winding, slitting, etc.
• Lean manufacturing experience.
• ISO knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 9–35 associates.
• Input production data for orders and end-of-shift reporting.
• Manage time and attendance for associates.
• Conduct annual performance reviews.
• Review scheduling and adjust as needed.
• Monitor production lines for quality.
• Enforce safety and company policies.
• Coordinate with facilities on breakdowns.
• Overtime coverage management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Reading instructions

Time & attendance

Disciplinary actions

Safety compliance

Facilities communication

Lean manufacturing

ISO knowledge

Job description

Posted Saturday, August 29, 2026 at 4:00 AM

AstenJohnson is the leader in technical fabrics. Our drive to provide the best products and service in our industry is fueled by our associates and their drive to innovate. We want our associates to build careers here and become part of the fabric of our 230 year old company. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a workplace built on respect and purpose.

DEPARTMENT: Fabric

JOB TITLE: Fabric Team Leader

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Manufacturing Team Leader

Hours: 6pm -6am

Shift: Sunday - Tuesday, every other Saturday

SUMMARY:

Plans, assigns and supervises the work of associates engaged in a variety of operations. Reviews production schedules, material and manpower resources. Maintains workplace safety and the quality of work; meets production schedules, and trains, or assures training is carried out. Keeps necessary records, develops and presents reports and other documentation. Works to instructions, specifications and procedures, both written and verbal. Acts to maintain the integrity of processes and products. Performs related and additional duties as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• The ability to understand complex written and verbal instructions
• The ability to read and interpret complex documentation
• Leadership of associates
• Responsible for a Team of between 9-35 associates
• Responsible to key in production data for single production orders and/or end-of-shift production
• Time and attendance for associates
• Annual performance Reviews
• Review scheduling and adjust if needed
• Monitor production lines to ensure that product is made to the highest quality
• Disciplinary action with associates as needed about company policy
• Manage time off, i.e., vacation, personal time
• Manage overtime coverage for opposite shifts and up to shifts within the department
• Enforce/educate safety with the Team
• Communicate with the facilities department in the event of a breakdown within the department
• Experience in the operation of high-volume manufacturing equipment and the use of common hand tools
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in nonwovens
• Operator training programs
• Mechanical or electrical aptitude
• Experience with fiber blending, carding, needle punch, winding, slitting, etc.
• Lean manufacturing experience
• ISO knowledge

TRAINING:

• Lock-out Tag-out
• Basic hazardous communication
• PPE
• On the job safety review

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequent walking
• Frequent pushing/pulling
• Frequent upper extremity use

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.