Production Facilitator - 2nd Shift

Colonial Group; Clinton (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Company-paid Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

EAP

Wellness Program

Employee recognition programs

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

AstenJohnson, a longtime global manufacturer of technical textiles, seeks a Production Facilitator to lead a 2nd shift. You will manage frontline operations, coach associates, and drive safety, quality, and efficiency on the Clinton, SC site.

You’ll partner with HR and Continuous Improvement to reach plant goals, while administering shift schedules and performance reviews. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing experience required.
• Leadership or supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to organize priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations and help maintain production schedules.
• Champion workplace safety and policy compliance.
• Coach and develop manufacturing associates to meet production, quality, and attendance targets.
• Coordinate with Shift Safety Team Leaders to maintain a safe environment.
• Monitor production quality and report issues to leadership.
• Assist with production scheduling and resource allocation.
• Ensure documentation complies with ISO standards.
• Report daily production results and shift metrics.
• Administer attendance, vacation scheduling, and Dayforce tasks.
• Support performance management and annual reviews with HR and leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing experience

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Production Facilitator

Clinton, SC | Full-Time - 2nd shift 4pm-12am M-F | Hourly Manufacturing Leadership

Lead the Shift. Build the Team. Drive Results.

At AstenJohnson, our associates are the reason we've been an industry leader for more than 230 years. We manufacture world-class technical textiles that support the global paper industry, and we're looking for a Production Facilitator who is passionate about leading people, promoting safety, and helping teams succeed.

If you're a natural leader who enjoys solving problems, developing associates, and making a positive impact every shift, we'd love to meet you.

Why AstenJohnson?

At AstenJohnson, you'll join a company that values:

• Safety First – Our Zero Accident Culture means every associate goes home safe every day.
• People – We believe in developing leaders from within and investing in our associates.
• Teamwork – Success happens when we work together across departments.
• Continuous Improvement – Every day is an opportunity to improve quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Stability – A global manufacturer with a rich history and a strong future.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Associate Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program with financial incentives
• Employee recognition programs
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development

Benefits eligibility varies by plan and begins according to company eligibility guidelines.

What You'll Do

As a Production Facilitator, you'll serve as the frontline leader for your assigned manufacturing shift, helping ensure production goals are met while creating a safe, engaged, and high-performing work environment.

In this role, you will:

• Lead daily manufacturing operations and help maintain production schedules
• Champion AstenJohnson's commitment to workplace safety and policy compliance
• Support and coach manufacturing associates to achieve production, quality, and attendance expectations
• Coordinate with Shift Safety Team Leaders to maintain a safe work environment
• Monitor production quality and communicate issues to Production Team Leaders and Continuous Improvement Team
• Assist with production scheduling and resource allocation
• Ensure production documentation complies with ISO quality standards
• Report daily production results and key shift metrics
• Administer attendance, vacation scheduling, and Dayforce responsibilities
• Assist with associate performance management, coaching, and annual performance reviews
• Partner with HR, Manufacturing Leadership, and Continuous Improvement to achieve plant goals

These responsibilities are based on the Production Facilitator position description and may evolve to meet business needs.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Manufacturing experience
• Leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Ability to organize priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree
• Previous leadership training
• Experience with manufacturing scheduling, performance management, or continuous improvement initiatives

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Wear required personal protective equipment including safety shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection
• Walk throughout the manufacturing facility
• Bend, kneel, climb stairs or ladders, and perform routine safety inspections
• Work in an active manufacturing environment

The Leader We're Looking For

The ideal Production Facilitator is someone who:

• Leads by example
• Communicates clearly and respectfully
• Builds trust with associates
• Holds themselves and others accountable
• Thrives in a team-oriented manufacturing environment
• Is committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Takes pride in developing people while delivering results

Join Our Team

At AstenJohnson, you're more than just filling a position—you'll be helping lead a team that produces innovative products used by customers around the world.

AstenJohnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a workplace where every associate is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.

This posting summarizes the essential functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or qualifications.