Job Description

Quality Manager

The Burlington operation in Raeford, NC has been proudly producing dress uniform fabric for the US Military for more than 50 years. If you or someone you know has ever served in the US Military, whether in the Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Navy or Marines, they have worn Burlington Raeford fabric.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Quality Manager to oversee the quality control and testing processes at our textile yarn manufacturing facility. This individual will play a pivotal role in ensuring that yarn products meet stringent quality standards, identifying and resolving quality issues, and driving continuous improvement in production processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in yarn manufacturing, lab testing, and process optimization. This position requires the ability to work closely with various manufacturing teams, set quality standards, and lead troubleshooting efforts across multiple labs and production lines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Quality Oversight: Develop, implement, and maintain quality control standards for yarn manufacturing processes to ensure that all products meet customer specifications and industry standards.
• Testing & Lab Management: Supervise and conduct various lab tests (e.g., tensile strength, elongation, yarn count, twist, moisture content) to evaluate raw materials, in-process yarn, and finished products.
• Process Control & Improvement: Collaborate with production teams to set quality standards for each stage of the yarn manufacturing process, from fiber preparation to winding and packaging.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze data from production, testing, and quality reports to identify trends, areas of improvement, and potential risks to product quality.
• Training & Development: Develop and conduct training programs for production staff, lab technicians, and other employees on quality standards, testing procedures, and troubleshooting techniques.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality management within a textile manufacturing environment, with a focus on yarn production and lab testing.
• Skills & Competencies: Strong knowledge of textile testing methods and equipment (e.g., tensile testers, yarn evenness testers, moisture meters). Expertise in root cause analysis, problem-solving, and troubleshooting within a manufacturing environment. Data analysis skills and experience with statistical process control (SPC). Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Detail-oriented, with a commitment to upholding high quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Other Requirements: Ability to work in a manufacturing plant environment with exposure to machinery, chemicals, and noise. Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and quality management software.

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