POSITION SUMMARY Lead and oversee the production of textile products. Focus on experience supervising high performance teams, managing fast-pace and complex production processes, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety. Proven knowledge managing resources effectively, implementing process Lean continuous process improvements, cost reductions and solving complex problems. Plan and assign appropriate workloads (shift/daily/weekly). Train, mentor, and develop a cross-trained and flexible workforce. Troubleshoot problems in production and take corrective actions as necessary to ensure highest quality, lowest cost, and shortest lead times. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
- Lead and optimize textile production processes, Analyze data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends and patterns
- Lead, motivate and mentor production teams
- Plan and schedule daily/weekly production activities and priorities. Establish goals, review work, and evaluate employee performance to standards by communicating effectively and taking appropriate actions
- Train employees in accordance with work instructions and safety training standards or requirements, verify the training was effective, and document completed training on the employee's training record
- Effectively communicate with all shift supervisors about current process situations at each machine
- Communicate departmental needs including machine break downs, chemical usage and staffing with Department Manager daily
- Assist operators in times of difficulty and ensure that machine breakdowns are addressed immediately to ensure quality of products is maintained
- Administer the Collective Bargaining Agreement, company policies, and work rules in accordance with the department manager's expectations
- Calibrate equipment and monitor preventive maintenance program by coordinating with Maintenance and Department Manager
- Evaluate, implement, and monitor processes and operating systems to ensure and improve the safety, quality, cost effectiveness, and efficient manufacturing of products across three shifts by working in conjunction with shift supervisors
- Develop measurement systems to analyze and control quality, cost, and efficiency of production to meet company deadlines
- Conduct trials by coordinating with the Design Department to develop or improve cost effective and efficient processes to ensure quality products
- Work closely and communicate with department managers and shift supervisors to ensure and improve quality control, cost effectiveness, and efficient production
- Analyze problems, determine root causes, and prepare Preventive and Corrective Action Reports
- Work collaboratively with supervisors by scheduling work flow through key processes
- Conduct one on one meetings with Bargaining Unit employees and develop cross training initiatives by collaborating with Department Manager and shift supervisors to meet the staffing needs for key processes
- Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations
- Perform other duties as assigned by Department Manager
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CORE EXPECTATIONS (The knowledge/abilities that the incumbent must demonstrate competency)
- Highly self-motivated, organized, and analytical, adaptable to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
- Foster a positive and collaborative team environment that includes all team members
- Capable of working independently and collaboratively in teams across three shifts
- Working experience in Lean Manufacturing implementation/principles and QMS -ISO 9001
- Background in process engineering and strong technical skills
- Possess superior analytical and problem-solving skills, detail-oriented, and skilled in managing processes and projects
- Strong leadership skills with experience in influencing and managing change and driving continuous improvement
- Ability to lead peers by communicating effectively both verbally and electronically
- Demonstrated project management skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and easily adapt to changing priorities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
BEHAVIORAL (The method in which the incumbent delivers results)
- Thoughtful and well-developed decision making.
- Excellent listener and respectful communicator.
- Solution-oriented.
- Teachable
- Self-motivated and adaptable
- Leader/Mentor
QUALIFICATIONS (The training, education, and/or experience necessary to fulfill the job)
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or related field.
- 5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment with at least 3 years in a supervisory role
- 3 years of hands-on experience working with QMS/ ISO 9001 2015, especially process improvement and technical documentation
- 3 years of working knowledge on Lean Manufacturing
- Solid Excel skills for data analysis
- Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
- Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, move about the production mill, and work in an office setting.
- Production Mill with exposure to noise, dust, requiring the use of appropriate personal protective equipment including hearing protection and slip resistant footwear.
- Frequently grasp, grip, hold, and manipulate small objects.
- Frequently required to inspect objects through touch, smell, and sight.
- Frequently utilize a computer workstation (mouse, keyboard, monitor) and other routine office equipment.
- Occasionally lift and transport object in an office or production environment, up to 25 pounds.
2nd shift: 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Full-time
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Pendleton Woolen Mills
72000.00 To 80000.00 (USD) Annually
Jun 13, 2025