Gilliland Senior Production Manager Knit

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance 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, Instagram and  LinkedIn.

Position Description:  This position is responsible for the overall manufacturing operations of the Knit department of the Gilliland Plant.  The Senior Production Manager reports to the Plant Manager.  This position is responsible for directing all activities of the manufacturing process to include: staffing production positions, managing quality and efficiency and implementing and enforcing all safety procedures.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Plan, organize and direct the manufacturing process at the Gilliland Location
• Establish collaborative internal and external relationships that ensure all aspects of the manufacturing process operate successfully.
• Initiate plans and processes to minimize manufacturing cost through effective utilization of manpower, equipment, facilities, materials and capital
• Analyze production and quality control data to meet quality objectives
• Manage spending in relationship to production volume.
• Schedule production operation to allow maximum return on efficiencies.
• Ensure that standard operating procedures are Adhere to
• Understand and effectively use the SAP systems
• Train, develop, and coach production associates to foster a working environment that promotes open communications, teamwork and individual engagement to accomplish goals and objectives
  -Ensure that work is properly allocated and completed in a timely and accurate manner
  -Ensure that written performance evaluations of associates are completed as required; provide continuous feedback on personal performance issues; take immediate action to recognize achievements and address deficiencies or problems
  -Ensure safety rules are clearly understood and followed

• Understand and support the innovation efforts of the business units.

Qualifications - Required:

• BS degree in business, engineering or related field
• 3 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power point
• Results focused – take ownership and accountability for producing tangible results
• Professional – demonstrate integrity and respect for others.  Recognize and value differences.
• Detail oriented, strong organizational skills; strong problem-solving capability

*All managers have the authority and responsibility to shut down a piece of equipment that is deemed unsafe or is producing off quality. Follow the Shutdown Authorization Procedure (SPI15).

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.