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SUMMARY: This position is located at Polartec Dyeing & Finishing Plant in Cleveland, TN 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.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other applicable engineering discipline.
* 1-2-year experience in an Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other applicable engineering role in a manufacturing environment working to improve processes and controls.
* Experience with various types of dyeing and finishing equipment and process controls is desired.
* Must have high level of mental agility, excellent decision making and problem-solving skills.
* Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Apply understanding of engineering principles to support equipment and control systems within the manufacturing facility.
* Responsible for the development of processes and procedures required to operate and maintain equipment and systems within the surface finishing production area.
* Oversee any equipment installation/upgrade projects to support manufacturing areas within the facility.
* Monitor and maintain process controls and procedures within the facility.
* Interact with manufacturing personnel to ensure surface finishing processes are understood and followed.
* Ability to understand and track manufacturing financial measures and assist management in putting in place cost controls and improvements.
* Perform other duties as required and directed.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION
1) Standing: Ability to stand while presenting at meetings or operating equipment: 25% of day
2) Sitting: Ability to sit down for a meeting or work at a computer 25% of day
3) Moving: Ability to move throughout plant: 15% of day
4) Lifting: Ability to lift up to 50lbs: 10% of day
5) Climbing: Ability to climb machine catwalks and stairs, etc. while walking in plant 10% of day
6) Push/Pull/Reach: Ability to push/pull cabinet drawers, reach for documents 10% of day
7) Bending: Ability to pick up objects from the floor 20% of day
8) Walking: Ability to walk throughout plant on hard concrete surface 85% of day
9) Visual Acuity: Ability to read documents, computer screens, and SPIs 100% of day
OTHER SKILLS/DESIRED ATTRIBUTES:
* Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
* Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
* Strong analytical skills, ability to be decisive and use good judgement.
* Quality orientation/attention to detail.
* Ability to work within a team environment.
Milliken & Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability

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.