Shaw Industries ยท 12 hours ago
R&D Yarn and Product Development Manager
Dalton, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expShaw Industries Group, Inc. is a leader in flooring and surface solutions, and they are seeking an R&D Yarn and Product Development Manager to lead the development and commercialization of innovative yarn platforms. This role focuses on advancing material and process innovation while ensuring alignment with market needs and performance standards.
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Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate the development of new product introductions from color concentrate through finished carpet, ensuring alignment with design intent, performance standards, and sample requirements
Partner with Designers, Product, and Consumer Insights to anticipate market needs and translate consumer trends into forward-thinking yarn development strategies
Develop and commercialize performance-driven products that expand market share and value while optimizing cost through strategic sourcing and innovation in materials, machinery, and methods
Serve as a technical resource to manufacturing, providing plant-level support, resolving product and process issues, and ensuring product quality and performance meet specifications and scalability
Manage development trials, material quantities, production scheduling, and trial coordination to ensure all new products launch on time and within performance and cost parameters
Define product constructions, materials, and manufacturing processes required to achieve desired performance and profit objectives. Work with Sourcing to achieve seamless integration of products within the company
Ensure accurate input into TTR and related systems for new product specifications
Facilitate weekly product development meetings to track project status, assign responsibilities, and ensure effective cross-functional communication
Develop, enhance, and rationalize yarn systems to align with consumer needs, capacity utilization, and SKU management goals
Research new industry technologies and competitive advancements through fiber suppliers, external processors, and machinery vendors. Communicate validated information to leadership and recommend strategic direction
Engage with customers and visitors to R&D as needed to communicate product innovation and technical capabilities
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of experience in fiber extrusion and/or yarn manufacturing
Strong understanding of yarn and carpet manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality standards
Working knowledge of spec systems, computer processes, and Shaw development systems such as TTR
Ability to solve complex product and process challenges using data-driven approaches
Proven ability to prioritize multiple projects, manage trials, and meet deadlines
Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey technical information across functions
Ability to coach employees and influence cross-functional teams
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, travel as needed, and work on-site in manufacturing environments
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in materials engineering, chemical engineering or polymer of textile science
Experience with SD fiber technologies and performance-based yarn platforms
Familiarity with consumer trend analysis and translating insights into product development strategies
Exposure to sourcing and cost optimization initiatives
Advanced proficiency in MS Office and data visualization tools
Prior experience engaging with customers or external stakeholders in technical presentations
Company
Shaw Industries
Shaw Industries Group, Inc.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2001-01-08Acquired
Leadership Team
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Jim Kirkpatrick
Executive Vice President and CFO
Recent News
2025-11-12
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