Job Description

AstenJohnson is the leader in technical fabrics. Our drive to provide the best products and service in our industry is fueled by our associates and their drive to innovate. We want our associates to build careers here and become part of the fabric of our 230 year old company. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a workplace built on respect and purpose.

JOB TITLE: Fiber Plant Manager
FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT
REPORTS TO: Site Leader

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.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• 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

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
• 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

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
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.

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.