Pendleton Process Improvement Professional II
About The Position
The Process Improvement Professional II is based at Milliken’s Pendleton Plant in Pendleton, South Carolina, and reports to the Process Improvement Manager. The role leads continuous improvement efforts at the site and helps develop and implement manufacturing process improvements that improve performance, quality, consistency, and cost. The position analyzes manufacturing data and processes, manages multiple improvement projects, and collaborates with Product Development and associates across the plant. It also leads data analysis projects using SQL and Power BI, and designs automated dashboards and reports to support real-time, data-driven decisions by plant leadership.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Textile Engineering.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Communication skills, including verbal, written, and group presentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Leadership skills.
Nice To Haves
- Previous manufacturing experience, including internship, co-op, or full-time experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop a thorough understanding of the factors and conditions affecting processes and products, including environmental impacts.
- Manage multiple improvement projects using sound project management skills.
- Analyze problems and implement solutions using critical thinking and focused improvement methods.
- Apply advanced statistical tools and design of experiments (DOE) methodologies to monitor process variation and drive continuous improvement.
- Use creative problem-solving to identify ways to improve consistency, speed, cost, and efficiency.
- Prepare diagrams, charts, and tables to communicate findings and support recommendations.
- Work 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.
- Lead SQL and Power BI data analysis projects to identify production inefficiencies, optimize machine performance, and reduce defects across multiple departments.
- Design and automate interactive dashboards and reports that support real-time, data-driven decisions for plant leadership.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
