This position exists to provide leadership to MC site in Kaukauna (WI) and drive the implementation of activities/elements required to achieve a successful world-class operations for the following: Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Efficiency and Engagement (all critical measurement for plant success). Will provide the link between the Senior Leadership Team and the site Leaders.
· Lead the Kaukauna site to meet all critical measurements to success
· Coaching & development of local site Leaders
· Compliance with all government, local, corporate and MC regulations / policies
· Succession Planning
· Follow up on budget and expenses to meet the Operating Plan
· Link between the VP and site Leaders
· Drive Safety and Continuous Improvement Programs
· Champion Diversity and Inclusion
· Communicate, explain and implement the MC business strategy
· Reduce complaints & irritations from customers
· Manage Inventory levels using appropriate tools and guidelines
· Reduce process waste and defective work
· Work close with Technical and Sales organization to meet market demands
· Develop a climate of engagement / Labor Relations
· Reads, understands and is committed to conducting business in accordance to Albany International’s Business Ethics Policy. All business of the company should, at all times, be conducted ethically, fairly, honestly and with integrity.
Qualifications
Required Skills:
Excellent leadership skills
Excellent problem solving skills
Excellent knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts and tools
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to interact with all organizational levels
Coaching and facilitation skills
Strong written and verbal skills
Computer literacy
Ability to handle several projects
Ability to prioritize/meet deadlines/goals
Strong skills in planning/organizing
Analytical ability
Required Experience:
Education Requirements:
· Bachelor Degree (Management, Engineering, Textiles, etc.)from a recognized education institution.
· MBA is desired.
· Six Sigma Black Belt certification is desired.
Albany International is a global advanced textiles and materials processing company with two core businesses.
Machine Clothing (MC) is the world’s leading producer of custom-designed fabrics and belts essential to production in the paper, nonwovens, and other process industries. MC has a global market share of approximately 30%, compared to 15% estimated share for the next largest competitor.
Albany Engineered Composites (AEC ) is a rapidly growing supplier of highly engineered composite parts for the aerospace Industry. AEC is the sole supplier of fan blades, fan cases and other advanced composite components for the CFM LEAP engine; current estimates for annual LEAP production rates are approximately 1600 engines by the end of the decade, for which AEC will deliver approximately 100,000 parts per year.
Albany International is headquartered in Rochester, New Hampshire, and operates 22 plants in 10 countries, employs 4,400 people worldwide, and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (Symbol AIN).
Additional information about the Company and its products and services can be found at www.albint.com.
