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POSITION TITLE / LOCATION Value Stream Production Manager, Salisbury JOB CLASSIFICATION Professional Management POSITION REPORTS TO: VP of Operations POSITION OVERVIEW The VSM Production Manager, Salisbury, will oversee all manufacturing operations (all shifts) for assigned area, providing clear and decisive leadership in the areas of safety, productivity, housekeeping,
cost effectiveness and continuous improvement. The VSM Production Manager will act as a critical influencer over the achievement of plant goals and divisional objectives for the Salisbury facility.
The individual in this role will partner with production supervisors and other managers at the Salisbury and Portsmouth sites to ensure that their areas of accountability are consistently achieving or exceeding targets through a culture that rewards high performance, accountability, growth & development, continuous improvement, and safe practices. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Lead, coach, motivate, and engage team members and peers to achieve operational objectives and goals thru
the strong influence of a data and metric driven culture. Communicate with and influence other leaders across the organization relative to plant practices and positive performance management with and environment that fosters fact based, open feedback.
Establish, implement, and monitor key performance indicators to drive a culture of high performance based on the SQDC model. Create a culture committed to and excelling at achieving the high standards of housekeeping, safety, quality, and regulatory compliance as expected within the broader Milliken organization. Evaluate operational performance of the team to facilitate performance management, merit, promotions, development opportunities, and job transfers.
Support continuous improvement in all areas, including but not limited to: quality, productivity, cost, and delivery through both direction and the empowerment of staff in decision making Work with all departments to allocate operational, material and staffing resources effectively while producing optimal results. Work collaboratively with R&D, Process Improvement, Quality and Regulatory groups to facilitate problem-solving and corrective actions for production related issues. Act as a positive team collaborator and leader within the operations management group MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, business management, supply chain management, production management, or related field.
Experience may be considered in lieu of degree. 10+ years of manufacturing experience and 8+ years of proven leadership experience. Experience with a structured manufacturing performance system, such as TPS, LEAN and/or Six Sigma. Proven skills in leading, motivating, and developing a high performing team. Strong influencing, problem solving, and analytical skills. Evidence of self-initiative, personal accountability, and follow through.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with agility to juggle competing tasks and demands while managing priorities. Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders. Consistent demonstration of sound judgment and professionalism. Willingness to embrace and embody the core values of Milliken. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience in Chemical handling or chemical processing environment. Experience using ERP/MRP systems required, SAP experience preferred. Spanish/English bilingual strongly preferred HOW YOU WILL STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD: People leadership skills, with a proven track record of motivating and influencing teams towards success Ability to educate, align and motivate various stakeholder groups towards common goals, thru the use of clear expectations and metrics Demonstrated understanding of how to leverage process flow and supply chain functions to meet customer needs.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT USED: Hairnet Steel Toe Safety Shoes Safety Glasses PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION 1. Standing : Ability to stand while working 90% of day Sitting : Ability to sit down 10% of day Moving : Ability to move throughout plant: 90% of day Lifting: Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
15% of day Ascending/Descending: Ability to walk upstairs, climb to top of range (approx. 16 ft) 10% of day Push/Pull/Reach: Ability to push/pull fabric rolls, A-frames (approx 1500lbs) 10% of day Bending: Ability to pick up objects from the floor 25% of day Visual Acuity: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and computer screens. 100% of day 9. Cognitive: Alert. Able to make decisions, reason, and understand information.
100% of day 10. Pulmonary: Ability to work in cotton dust environment. Meet cotton 100% of day pulmonary function requirements WORK ENVIRONMENT/SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION This job operates in a manufacturing facility. This position is a safety-sensitive position and regularly works around moving mechanical parts and powered industrial vehicles. 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, interaction or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), interactionual 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.
