**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