Plant Superintendent

Overview

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About Crown Crown Cork & Seal USA, Inc., a wholly owned company of Crown Holdings, Inc., is a global leader in the design, manufacture and sale of packaging products for consumer goods. We are passionate about helping our customers build their brands and connect with consumers around the world, delivering innovative packaging that offers value for brand owners, retailers and consumers alike.

With operations in 47 countries, employing over 33,000 people and net sales of over $11 billion, Crown brings best practices in quality and manufacturing to its customers locally and globally.

ALSIP, ILLINOIS

The Plant Superintendent will supervise, direct and coordinate personnel activities concerned with production. This includes management of product technology, production methods and procedures, standards, and machine and equipment capabilities.

• Directly supports the plant manager in all aspects of daily plant operations. Assume all duties and responsibilities of the acting plant manager when needed.
• Interact with plant management to establish production and quality standards.
• Plan and direct production activities and priorities for products in keeping with effective operations and cost factors.
• Coordinate production activities with procurement, maintenance, production planning, safety and quality control to optimize resources.
• Review and analyze production to determine causes of non-conformity with specifications and operating or production problems.
• Develop and implement methods and procedures to eliminate operation problems and improve product quality.
• Coordinate with engineering to modify machines and equipment to improve production and quality.
• Revise production schedules as necessary and communicate changes to all shifts and employees.
• Manage performance and development of direct reports.
• Perform other job-related duties as required or assigned.

In addition to the responsibilities listed above, the ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
• At least 10 years of progressive manufacturing experience.
• At least 5 years in a managerial role supervising multiple shifts.
• Career goals should include plant management and beyond.
• Willingness to relocate for growth/advancement opportunities.
• Ability to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and overtime as needed to cover absences or provide additional support.
• Approximately 10% overnight travel.

• Packaging industry experience.