Apex Mills Corporation, Inc., a leading US based manufacturer of innovative technical textiles has named Chris Rojas as assistant plant manager for the Apex Mills, Aridyne facility in Graham, North Carolina.  Rojas brings over a decade of production, process, and quality improvement experience in warp and circular knitting, dyeing, and finishing from multiple manufacturing facilities. 

Rojas most recently served as director of global textile operations for Shawmut Incorporated. Before that, he was the vice president of manufacturing at Fairystone Fabrics, Inc., responsible for daily plant operations, customer response initiatives, capital investments, and financial performance. Previously, Rojas served with advancing plant management responsibilities for Elastic Fabrics of America, and Milliken & Company’s facilities.

“We are thrilled to welcome Chris to our outstanding operations team at the Apex Aridyne production facilities," said Jonathan Kurz, president and CEO of Apex Mills.

"His commitment to operational excellence, safety, and quality will be invaluable in ensuring our leadership in creating innovative textile solutions that address our customers' needs.”

“I am excited to join the Apex Mills family of companies that are recognized for their textile manufacturing leadership. It’s an opportunity to be part of a successful and diverse culture,” Rojas said. He started his new role at the beginning of December.

Rojas earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Textile Management from North Carolina State University and succeeds Apex Mills’ Aridyne Plant Manager William Frei, who is retiring at the end of 2025.

Apex Mills is a privately held family of companies manufacturing US-made custom and specialty textiles and fabrics. Founded in 1943, the company operates facilities in Graham, NC, and Woolwine, VA from its Inwood, NY headquarters.

The company serves a wide range of industries including aeronautics, government, contract furniture, medical/healthcare, apparel, automotive, home furnishings, and entertainment, among others.

Specialty products include three-dimensional (3D) spacer fabrics, warp and circular knits, mesh/netting, and stretch fabrics, in addition to dyeing, finishing, and surface treatments that include fire retardant, moisture wicking, antimicrobial, and abrasion resistance. The Apex Mills brand is trusted by Fortune 500 companies and government agencies to provide innovative products.

www.apexmills.com