Gerrish Plant Process Improvement Professional I

Milliken & Company; Pendleton (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Milliken & Company is seeking a Process Improvement Professional at the Gerrish Plant in Pendleton, SC. You will lead continuous improvement efforts, drive manufacturing process improvements, and improve quality, consistency and cost. Collaboration with Product Development to create new samples and products is expected.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, proficiency with Microsoft Office and strong problem-solving and project-management skills. Prior manufacturing experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience in related field.
• Strong problem-solving and project-management skills.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement efforts at the Gerrish Plant site.
• Drive manufacturing process improvements to enhance quality and reduce cost.
• Develop and implement new process improvements and controls.
• Collaborate with Product Development to create new samples and products.
• Use data analysis to identify opportunities and support recommendations.
• Communicate effectively with a diverse group of associates and teams.
• Participate in the Safety Process and uphold site standards.

Skills

Problem solving

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leaderwhose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. Fromindustry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products thatenhance 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. Discover more about Milliken's curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagramand LinkedIn.

Job Title:

Process Improvement Professional

Job Summary:

This position is located at the Milliken Gerrish Plant located in Pendleton, South Carolina and reports to the Process Improvement 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:

• 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

Qualifications - Required:

• * Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• * Demonstrated proficiency with problem solving
• * Bachelor's degree

Qualifications - Preferred:

• * 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
• * Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment
• * Analytical/problem-solving skills
• * Leadership skills

AA/Disability/Vet/EOE

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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