Production Superintendent

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A leading industrial manufacturing company is seeking a Production Superintendent to oversee day-to-day operations for two high-volume production lines. This role is accountable for managing the end-to-end process from raw material intake through to finished goods, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and operational efficiency. The Production Superintendent also acts as the primary operations lead in the absence of the Production Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote and uphold a strong safety culture across the site, ensuring all activities are compliant with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain compliance with all Health, Safety, Environmental, Energy, and Quality guidelines, including applicable ISO certifications.
• Supervise and support shift teams, ensuring daily production targets and safety protocols are met.
• Facilitate daily shift handoff meetings and communicate key operational updates across shifts.
• Assign tasks and projects based on business priorities, with a clear focus on safety and productivity.
• Provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback, including participation in formal evaluations.
• Review production schedules and allocate workforce accordingly, adjusting as needed for operational demands.
• Monitor equipment performance and collaborate with maintenance teams to address issues or inefficiencies.
• Complete and maintain accurate documentation for production, safety, and workforce activities.
• Conduct audits of standard operating procedures and 6S initiatives, ensuring alignment with best practices.
• Manage employee timekeeping and payroll entries with high accuracy.
• Serve as the go-to resource for employee relations, development, and training within the shift team.
• Support hiring efforts and succession planning through candidate evaluation and team mentoring.
• Lead or contribute to root cause investigations, particularly for safety or quality-related incidents.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives and encourage a culture of innovation and accountability.
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment focused on high engagement and retention.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing certification or similar continuous improvement training is a plus.

Experience:

• 5-8 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment, preferably within industrial operations.
• 3-5 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role, with demonstrated success managing teams in a fast-paced setting.

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function
  
  Manufacturing, Management, and Production
• Industries Glass Product Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Wholesale Building Materials

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