Global Synthetic Process Technology Manager 3306683

Global Synthetic Process Technology Manager

About Us

Our Client is a leader in premium-quality insulation, roofing, and nonwoven materials, serving industries such as aerospace, automotive, and energy. As part of the Berkshire Hathaway family, Our Client is committed to creating a positive impact on our employees, customers, and environment through innovation and excellence.

Salary Range: $109,000–$149,900 annually, with incentive bonuses based on experience, skills, and education.

Position Summary

As the Global Synthetic Process Technology Manager, you’ll lead technology initiatives for Our Client’s global synthetic spinning processes. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes, improve product quality, and drive operational efficiency across global facilities. This role includes managing a team of 2–4 process engineers while overseeing technology improvements from raw material acceptance to final product packaging.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership:

• Manage the Process Technology team, prioritizing projects, allocating technical resources, and managing budgets to align with business goals.
• Conduct biannual performance reviews and provide coaching for employee development.

Process Optimization:

• Optimize spunbond processes to improve equipment uptime, reduce costs, and enhance first-pass yields.
• Identify best practices for forming, drying, curing, and winding technologies and implement across global plants.

Project Management:

• Lead plant trials for new processes and equipment, including project documentation, coordination with operations, budget control, and equipment installation.
• Commercialize new technologies and process controls based on trial outcomes.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with Product Development teams to ensure process innovations align with product quality and performance standards.
• Partner with commercial and manufacturing teams to solve technical challenges.

Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols in plant operations and trials.
• Develop and enforce safe operating procedures for equipment and processes.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay updated on industry trends and implement advanced technologies to improve Our Client’s manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot complex manufacturing issues and provide technical support to plant operations.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Manufacturing, or Material Science Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of engineering and manufacturing management experience.
• Expertise in polymers, spunbond/spunlace, or synthetic nonwoven industries (or similar).
• Proven leadership experience, including coaching, team management, and project execution.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across global teams.
• Proficiency in process optimization, manufacturing technology, and advanced process controls.

Preferred:

• Hands-on experience in the Spunbond/Spunlace Carding industry.
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing processes in synthetic or nonwoven industries.
• Budget management and cross-functional collaboration experience.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a competitive company match.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Professional Growth:
• Tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.
• Opportunities for career development in a supportive work environment.
• Diversity & Inclusion:
• A culture that values diversity, with employee resource groups supporting inclusive workplace practices.

Why Join Us?

At Our Client, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact across industries. With our commitment to innovation and sustainability, you’ll lead initiatives that shape the future of manufacturing technologies.

Travel Requirements

• Frequent travel may be required to support global plant operations and project implementations.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today to join Our Client and contribute to a global leader in building materials and innovation!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $149,900.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• 3306683 What type of compensation is desired for a new position?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Recent Global Synthetic Process Technology Manager: 1 year (Required)
• Recent engineering manufacturing management: 10 years (Required)
• Recent Spunbond Spunlace Carding industry: 1 year (Preferred)
• synthetic industry or other complex manufacturing industries: 1 year (Preferred)
• leadership: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• chemical, manufacturing or material science engineering (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Spartanburg, SC (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Spartanburg, SC: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $109,000 - $149,900