About this opportunity
Milliken & Company lists this Gerrish Plant Process Improvement Professional I opportunity in pendleton, South Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leaderwhose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. Fromindustry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products thatenhance 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, Instagramand LinkedIn.
Job Title: Process Improvement Professional
Job Summary:
This position is located at the Milliken Gerrish Plant located in Pendleton, South Carolina and reports to the Process Improvement Manager. The position is responsible for leading continuous improvement efforts at the site. It plays a key role in the development and implementation of manufacturing process improvements that drive new performance levels, improve quality, consistency and cost.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop a thorough understanding of all factors and conditions that impact the processes and products, including environmental impacts
Use sound project management skills to manage multiple improvement projects
Analyze problems and implement solutions using critical thinking skills and focused improvement methods
Incorporate creative thinking into the problem-solving approach to identify unique and different ways to make things better/more consistent/faster/cheaper/efficient
Prepare diagrams, charts, tables to reflect findings and support recommendations
Work closely with the Product Development area to create new samples and products
Communicate and work effectively with a diverse group of associates to accomplish project and location goals
Participate fully in the Safety Process
Qualifications - Required:
* Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
* Demonstrated proficiency with problem solving
* Bachelor's degree
Qualifications - Preferred:
* Previous manufacturing experience (intern, co-op, or full-time)
The successful candidate will demonstrate strengths in the following:
* Communication skills - verbal, written, and group presentations
* Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment
* Analytical/problem-solving skills
* Leadership skills
AA/Disability/Vet/EOE
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.
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