Production Systems Superintendent

Production Systems Superintendent Why this role matters

Lead people, processes, and performance to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality production every day. You will be the central connector among planning, operations, engineering, quality, and union leadership—aligning resources, solving problems in real time, and driving continuous improvement.

Your impact (bullet-pointed for clarity)

• Elevate team performance via structured meetings, reviews, staffing decisions, and growth plans.
• Coach for excellence—maximize output, quality, morale, and teamwork.
• Give timely feedback; document disciplinary actions appropriately.
• Grow leadership bench strength by mentoring new supervisors.
• Own orientation and EHS training; cultivate a safety-first culture.
• Operate within collective bargaining agreements; coordinate with union officials and resolve grievances.
• Enforce company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Build and balance production schedules; assign crews to meet demand.
• Diagnose inefficiencies through data and operating reports; prevent delays and reduce costs.
• Advance EHS, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Implement and sustain ABS and 6S; conduct safety/6S audits regularly.
• Coordinate product flow across departments; protect inventory accuracy.
• Be the go-to resource for policy and initiative clarity.
• Respond rapidly to emergencies; troubleshoot and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare/interpret operational documents and production reports.
• Continuously refine procedures for compliance, safety, and efficiency.
• Introduce new methods that improve operations, reduce cost, and optimize labor/material usage.
• Partner with management, engineering, and quality on maintenance and production challenges; drive process upgrades.
• Contribute to budgeting and goal-setting cycles.
• Handle additional assignments that support business objectives.

Leadership behaviors we value

• Anticipation: Proactively prepare people and processes; influence planning.
• Reliability: Model safety, share goals/metrics, and honor the bargaining unit contract.
• Optimizer: Remove waste, boost throughput, improve quality, and align resources to outcomes.
• Facilitator: Communicate clear instructions and connect stakeholders across levels.
• Responsiveness: Adjust labor and plans to meet changing conditions.
• Influence: Delegate effectively, explain decisions, advocate for the business, and manage change.
• Organization & structure: Plan the day, coordinate resources, deliver on time, and craft contingencies.
• Observation: Track performance and workflows; protect schedule integrity, quality, and customer satisfaction; act on findings.
• Ownership: Be accountable for team and business results and inspire the same mindset.

Compensation, schedule, and perks

• Base pay: $72,000 – $88,000 annually
• Annual performance bonus: Linked to strategic KPIs and operational goals
• Additional shift premium: $350 per additional shift worked
• Holiday premium: $700 for working designated holidays
• Expected schedule: Required to work one weekend per month
• Relocation assistance: Available
• Benefits package:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
  • Professional development and continuing education support
  • Employee wellness and assistance programs

Qualifications Legal

• Legally authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship available)