Senior Textile Lab Leader — Innovation & Operations
North Carolina State University
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Job summary
North Carolina State University in Raleigh invites applications for a Senior Lab Manager within the Wilson College of Textiles. This leadership role oversees Zeis Textile Extension's pilot-scale labs, guiding technical staff, safety, and strategic operations to meet industry and research needs.
You will drive process improvements, manage equipment modernization, and collaborate with faculty and industry partners to deliver high-quality textile research and workforce development programs, while
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering or related field.
- 10+ years of manufacturing/operations leadership experience.
- Experience with pilot-scale textile manufacturing environments.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise laboratory managers and staff across multiple labs.
- Drive operational excellence, safety, and quality across the labs.
- Identify opportunities to expand industry engagement and external funding.
- Oversee equipment maintenance and modernization initiatives.
- Collaborate with faculty, directors, and partners to meet strategic goals.
- Manage multiple projects and ensure client satisfaction.
Skills
Education
Job description
North Carolina State University in Raleigh invites applications for a Senior Lab Manager within the Wilson College of Textiles. This leadership role oversees Zeis Textile Extension's pilot-scale labs, guiding technical staff, safety, and strategic operations to meet industry and research needs.
You will drive process improvements, manage equipment modernization, and collaborate with faculty and industry partners to deliver high-quality textile research and workforce development programs, while
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