Production Manager – Large Mixer Position Available In Alamance, North Carolina

Armacell provides numerous and diverse career opportunities. Add your talent to ours and make a difference around the world! The year 1954 marked a significant milestone in thermal insulation history. Armstrong’s R D Project Number 54013, developed by three innovators, evolved into ArmaFlex, the world’s first flexible, closed-cell elastomeric foam for equipment insulation. This product revolutionized the insulation industry. Today, 70 years later, ArmaFlex continues to be a pillar of Armacell’s success. The Production Manager is a key member of the Mebane Operations team. This role is responsible for managing departmental operations — including safety, people, quality, and production — and ensuring established goals and objectives are consistently met. What Armacell can offer you Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & wellbeing. Financial programs such as 401(k), life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance-based salary incentive programs. Generous paid time off including 12 holidays and 120 hours of PTO. Training and educational resources on our personalized learning management system. Giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences. Job Responsibilities Drive safety and ensure operations safety measures and procedures are followed Establish goals and objectives for direct reports through the Annual Performance Development Review process Evaluate departmental operations to ensure quality metrics are achieved Ensure on-time delivery, product quality, and production targets are met within budget Support development and execution of the department’s operational budget Lead cost reduction and plant profitability initiatives Manage and coach employees within the department Monitor equipment and production, utilizing maintenance support as needed Coordinate production scheduling with the Plant Planner Establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet targets Partner with HR on staffing, development, and training needs Benchmark industry best practices for continuous improvement opportunities Maintain and update standard operating procedures Maintain a strong presence on the floor to ensure World Class Manufacturing systems are applied Recommend design concepts, materials, processes, and components Support training initiatives in WCM pillars and problem-solving methodologies Review performance data and financial metrics to identify areas for cost or performance improvement Job Qualifications and Requirements Bachelor’s degree preferred 5+ years of production management experience in a manufacturing environment required Ability to succeed in a cross-cultural, global team setting Professional written and verbal communication skills Strong understanding of statistical process control and World Class Manufacturing (WCM) practices Experience with rubber processing: mixing, curing, extrusion, and foaming Proven leadership and team development capabilities Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Understanding of Lean and Continuous Improvement (CI) principles Beneficial Experience Candidates with prior experience managing Mixing Department operations will bring added value to this role.

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Implementing process improvement plans for mixing to enhance consistency and efficiency Managing batch recipe compliance and updates Monitoring and optimizing mixing equipment performance Collaborating with Maintenance to reduce downtime Driving quality assurance and raw material handling processes Supporting mixing-specific Lean/CI initiatives and SOP updates Familiarity with mixing operations for rubber-based products Posting Dates May 19, 2025 – June 2, 2025. The expected compensation range for this role is $120,000.00 -$140,000.00. The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience, and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year. Armacell does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team. In order to provide the best experience for all stakeholders, we limit the number of agencies and recruiting vendors we partner with. If you would like to be considered for a particular search or added to our approved agency list, please complete and submit this form: https://forms.office.com/e/WScRhdkues More About Us Armacell’s products significantly contribute to global energy efficiency making a difference around the world every day. With more than 3,300 employees and 25 production plants in 19 countries, the company operates two main businesses, Advanced Insulation and Engineered Foams, and generated net sales of EUR 836 million and adjusted EBITDA of EUR 155 million in 2023. Armacell focuses on insulation materials for technical equipment, high-performance foams for high-tech and lightweight applications and next generation aerogel blanket technology. For more information, please visit: www.armacell.com. We look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about Armacell, take another look at our website www.armacell.com. #LI-KW1

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Full time As the inventors of flexible elastomeric foams for equipment insulation purposes, Armacell develops innovative and safe thermal, acoustic and mechanical solutions. By enabling energy efficiency for equipment we validate our global leadership in flexible technical foams. We drive substitution and innovation for our indirect customers and use world-class practices to strengthen our premium brand position. We grow by providing valuable solutions offering reliable, certified performance. Our high-caliber employees make all the difference in generating added value for customers. We empower our employees to positively impact our company and the communities we work with. We drive their performance thanks to aligned goals, while identifying and developing their talents. We create a culture of innovation in order to develop leading product and system solutions enabling our employees to Make a difference around the world. You have not found a suitable job opportunity for you today? You would like us to know you better? Do not hesitate to “introduce yourself” and share your resume.