Weaving Department Manager - 1469
SP Associates•Greenville, SC
•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced Weaving Manager to lead the daily operations of a high-volume weaving department in a vertically integrated textile manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with air jet weaving and a strong working knowledge of warping and slashing operations.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in textile manufacturing, preferably within a weaving operation.
- Strong hands-on experience with air jet weaving equipment.
- Working knowledge of warping and slashing processes.
- Previous supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot weaving production issues and improve operational performance.
- Experience leading teams in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency using production metrics and performance data to drive improvements.
Responsibilities
- Manage all day-to-day operations of the weaving department to ensure production schedules, quality standards, and efficiency goals are met.
- Provide technical leadership for air jet weaving operations, including troubleshooting loom performance, fabric defects, and process optimization.
- Maintain a strong understanding of upstream processes, including warping and slashing, to ensure consistent loom performance and fabric quality.
- Lead supervisors, loom technicians, and production associates while promoting a culture of accountability and teamwork.
- Monitor production metrics, efficiency, downtime, waste, and quality performance; implement corrective actions when needed.
- Partner with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Production Planning to maximize equipment uptime and throughput.
- Investigate recurring production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with safety policies and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
- Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity and reduce waste.
- Train, mentor, and develop employees while identifying future leadership talent within the department.
- Participate in budgeting, staffing, scheduling, and capital improvement projects as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
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