Chuck Parris
About Chuck Parris
Chuck Parris is a Division Quality Assurance Manager at Milliken & Company, where he has worked since 2014. He has extensive experience in product management and quality assurance within the textile industry, having previously held various roles at Milliken & Company and Precision Fabrics Group, Inc.
Work at Milliken & Company
Chuck Parris has been employed at Milliken & Company since 2014, currently holding the position of Division Quality Assurance Manager. In this role, he leads a team responsible for managing the quality process within the Textile Division. His work focuses on enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative solutions. Prior to this, he served as Product Manager for the Hospitality & Specialty Interiors Group from 2007 to 2014. Parris has also held various managerial positions at Milliken from 1981 to 1992, accumulating over three decades of experience within the company.
Previous Experience at Precision Fabrics Group, Inc.
Before joining Milliken & Company, Chuck Parris worked at Precision Fabrics Group, Inc. as a Business Manager from 2002 to 2006. During his four-year tenure, he contributed to the company’s operations and management strategies. This experience added to his extensive background in the textile industry.
Background in Technical Sales and Management
Chuck Parris began his career in the textile industry as a Technical Sales Manager at Guilford Mills, where he worked for one year from 1993 to 1994. He then transitioned to Milliken & Company, where he held various managerial roles for 11 years. His diverse experience in sales and management has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the textile market.
Education and Expertise
Chuck Parris earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science from Lander University, where he studied from 1976 to 1980. His educational background complements his extensive professional experience in the textile industry, particularly in quality assurance and product management.
Leadership and Collaboration
In his current role, Chuck Parris engages in regular communication with Milliken business leadership to strategize on enhancing the company's market presence. He collaborates with manufacturing leadership teams to address and minimize quality issues in plant processes. Additionally, he interacts with major customers across various business and market areas to mitigate the impact of quality-related issues.