Gilliland Process Improvement Professional

Milliken and Company • Laurens, SC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This position reports to the Process Improvement Manager. The position is responsible for leading continuous improvement efforts at the site and playing a leadership role in supporting the safety process. It plays a key role in the development and implementation of manufacturing process improvements that drive new performance levels, reduce costs, and improve quality and process consistency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in [Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, etc.] engineering
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

• Previous manufacturing experience (intern, co-op, or fulltime)
• 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

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level