Blandine Carton

Blandine Carton is a global professional and results-oriented director of operations with over 24 years of experience in the nonwovens and polyurethane industry in France and the US. Throughout her career, Blandine has consistently implemented improvements to drive quality and efficiency, while fostering the development of high-performing teams in a safe work environment.

Blandine’s leadership extends beyond production lines. She champions a culture of continuous improvement, which is evident in her successful management of the project to build NCFI’s new manufacturing plant in Houston which has been called “the most advanced polyurethane system plant in the US.” This greenfield project resulted in a doubling of production and sales within a year.

Blandine recognizes the value of empowering her teams. She has a proven track record of developing and training associates in both France and the US, expanding their knowledge and creating new career opportunities. Her experience commissioning and managing production lines produces consistent year-over-year productivity gains while maintaining the highest quality standards.

Blandine holds an M.S. degree in advanced textile engineering.

Blandine’s achievements have been acknowledged by NC State University, who featured her in a March 2024 article on their website highlighting Women in Leadership.