Fiber Admin - Fiber Plant Manager

Plans, directs and controls all activities of AJ Nonwovens Fiber Extrusion operation consisting of 50 M pounds of fiber extrusion capacity with approx. 70 associates with 3 production team leads and full technical and maintenance staff on-site. This operation supports fiber requirements for AJNW operations and direct outside sales. Looking for a hands-on process focused and involved leader.

Integrated with Senior Leadership team participating in overall Business Strategy development

Drives profitable growth

Planning and scheduling for fiber production

Drive IT improvements with current systems and processes

Dynamic leader who can act as change agent on our LEAN journey

Ensures Fiber operations are acting with synergy within total site

Develops Fiber metrics consistent with business performance objectives

Accountable and responsible for Safety, Quality and Productivity of Fiber Operations

Bachelor’s Degree, Chemical Engineering a plus

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and JD Edwards

Strong verbal/written communication skills and basic arithmetic

Extrusion experience highly desired

Ability to read and interpret complex documentation

Previous leadership experience in a technical or manufacturing environment.

Extensive Leadership background is highly valued

Working in a union environment a plus

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day.

The performance of this position may require exposure to the manufacturing areas where under certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection

Standard work hours will be 7am – 4pm. Nights and/or weekend coverage is probable.