Job Description

**About the Role **

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Plant Superintendent to lead daily manufacturing operations at our facility. This is a key leadership position responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production while driving continuous improvement and building a strong, positive team culture.

The ideal candidate brings strong operational expertise, proven leadership experience, and a deep commitment to safety, productivity, and team development. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including maintenance, quality, supply chain, and senior leadership to achieve production goals and support overall business success.

Key Responsibilities

Operations Management

• Oversee all aspects of plant operations including production, maintenance, safety, and quality
• Ensure production schedules are met while maximizing efficiency and minimizing downtime
• Partner with HR and senior leadership on workforce and operational needs

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and develop team leaders and plant personnel
• Manage staffing, performance evaluations, and conflict resolution
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce OSHA regulations and company safety standards
• Lead safety audits, reviews, and incident investigations
• Prepare and submit required safety and environmental reports in partnership with EH&S

Quality Control

• Ensure adherence to product quality standards and specifications
• Collaborate with QA teams to resolve production issues and improve processes

Continuous Improvement

• Identify inefficiencies and implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives
• Drive plant-wide continuous improvement efforts and 5S programs

Supply Chain & Inventory Coordination

• Work closely with supply chain, logistics, and procurement teams
• Ensure efficient flow of materials and finished goods

Reporting & Budgeting

• Maintain production metrics, downtime logs, and performance reports
• Develop and manage budgets to support cost control and operational goals

Maintenance Oversight

• Coordinate with maintenance and CI teams on repairs and preventive maintenance schedules

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven success improving operational performance through continuous improvement
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, quality systems, and production best practices

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building abilities
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills under pressure
• Clear and effective communication across all levels of the organization
• Technical understanding of manufacturing systems, machinery, and ERP/MES systems
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to lead change and drive measurable results

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct oversight of approximately 5 salaried and 23 hourly employees

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Active manufacturing environment (indoor and outdoor exposure)
• Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and lifting (up to 50 lbs)
• Required use of PPE
• Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, bending, and lifting

Travel

• Primarily local travel with occasional overnight travel as needed

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to lead a high-impact manufacturing operation
• Collaborative and team-focused culture
• Ability to drive meaningful improvements and make a visible impact

You should be proficient in:

• Leadership / People Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Coaching and Mentoring Experience
• Operational Metrics & KPI Management
• Budgeting / Forecasting Experience