Pine Mountain-Production Supervisor

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Production Supervisor leads daily operations to achieve safety, quality, productivity, cost, and associate engagement goals. This role requires strong floor presence, knowledge of supervised jobs, active associate involvement, and accountability for assigned performance targets.

Safety

• Promote safety and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Conduct safety observations, audits, and incident investigations, ensuring corrective actions are completed.
• Ensure completion of required safety training.
• Involve associates in identifying hazards and improving workplace safety.

Quality

• Ensure product quality and compliance with plant procedures.
• Investigate quality issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Coach associates on quality standards, defect identification, and prevention.

Production and Operational

• Coordinate production activities, staffing, and schedules to meet operational needs.
• Own assigned KPIs and achieve established performance targets.
• Monitor performance, identify losses, and drive efficiency improvements.
• Maintain strong floor presence to support associates and resolve issues.
• Lead shift handoffs covering performance, equipment conditions, and outstanding issues.
• Work with associates and support teams to resolve equipment and process problems.

Associate Leadership, Engagement, and Development

• Supervise, coach, and evaluate associate performance.
• Build strong relationships through daily interaction, communication, and follow-through.
• Involve associates in problem-solving and improving their work areas.
• Learn the jobs, equipment, and processes supervised to provide effective coaching.
• Set expectations, recognize achievements, and address performance gaps.
• Manage attendance, employee relations, and disciplinary actions.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and associate ownership.

Continuous Improvement and Daily Management

• Lead DMS meetings, engage associates, review results, and follow up on actions.
• Use performance data and floor observations to identify root causes and drive improvements.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, waste reduction, cost savings, and efficiency initiatives.
• Ensure associates understand their KPIs, targets, and impact on results.
• Assign improvement actions, track progress, and verify results.

Administrative and Communication Responsibilities

• Review and approve employee time records.
• Maintain production reports and documentation.
• Support staffing, scheduling, and training plans.
• Prioritize floor leadership while completing administrative duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of manufacturing leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience in textile, flooring, yarn, or manufacturing operations.
• Experience with SAP or other manufacturing systems.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work up to 12-hour rotating shifts.
• Willingness to learn supervised jobs and work directly with associates.
• Ability to coach associates, analyze performance, and drive results.
• Commitment to associate engagement and continuous improvement.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described represent those required to perform this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Stand or walk for extended periods, up to 12 hours per shift.
• Remain stationary (standing or seated) during equipment operation.
• Navigate production areas, equipment, and materials, including creel areas.
• Lift and carry production materials up to 50 lbs.
• Bend, stoop, reach overhead, and occasionally climb ladders or platforms.
• Operate machine controls, touchscreens, and tools requiring fine motor skills.
• Visually inspect products, displays, and equipment conditions.
• Work in heat, temperature variations, and typical manufacturing conditions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Primarily production-floor work near operating machinery.
• Exposure to noise, fibers, lint, dust, and temperature variations.
• Work may involve confined areas, ladders, and navigating machinery.
• Required PPE includes safety glasses, safety shoes, gloves, hearing protection, and task-specific equipment.
• Regular interaction with associates and support personnel.

OTHER DUTIES

This description is not all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned based on business needs.

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.

To request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact TalentAcquisition@milliken.com.