Manufacturing Fabric Manager - Scranton, PA, United States - Noble Biomaterials, Inc.

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    Noble Biomaterials, Inc. is a global leader in antimicrobial and conductivity solutions for soft surface applications.

    Noble produces silver-based advanced material technologies designed for mission critical applications in the performance apparel, healthcare, industrial and emerging wearable tech markets.

    Noble Biomaterials, Inc is currently seeking a Manufacturing Fabric Manager.
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    In this role, you will be a key player in the success of our company by overseeing all aspects of Fabric production and strive to possess a deep understanding of the entire Fabric operation.

    Collaborate with PE and Quality to develop teams to understand specific fabric needs and customized fabric requirements.

    • Manage the production process for customized fabrics, ensuring adherence to specifications, quality standards, and timeliness.
    • Devise standard operating practices and develop plans for the efficient use of materials, machines, capital, and employees.
    • Drive improvements through the application of lean manufacturing practices and Kaizen activity.
    • Foster a spirit of teamwork and cooperation in the manufacturing department, and with other groups throughout the organization.
    Propose innovative fabric solutions that enhance process improvement and market competitiveness.

    • Develop and manage cost-effective strategies for customized fabrics, considering factors in improving sensitizing, metalizing, and inspection.
    • Participate in the ongoing program of equipment optimization for improved quality, increased production, and reduced waste.
    • Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
    Develop strong partnerships with fabric internal and external customers.

    • Provide leadership in managing and developing employees to their full potential.
    • Map out training for production personnel.
    • Ensure performance assessments for direct reports and hourly workforce are completed in a timely manner.
    • Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
    Bachelor's Degree preferred

    • 10 years in manufacturing experience and in production operations and process engineering
    • Experience with lean manufacturing.
    • Experience in production operations and process engineering.
    • Computer skills required: Microsoft Office Suite; Project Management Software.
    • Frequently work near moving mechanical parts.
    • Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals.
    • Additional remarks regarding work environment:
    • Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used: Wear protective equipment when necessary such as safety glasses, ear plugs, and safety boots.
    Medical

    • Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
    • Dental
    • Company Paid Short Term Disability
    • Company Paid Long Term Disability
    • Flexible Spending Account
    • 11 Holidays
    • We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.