Production Superintendent

Production Superintendent - Richmond, IndianaThe Production Superintendent is responsible for overseeing product manufacturing, finished product quality and raw material management for multiple lines in a 24 hour manufacturing process, as well as employee training and development. The superintendent is also responsible for communicating and supporting JM corporate goals and facility targets for safety, productivity and product quality, effectively problem solve and troubleshoot process personal issues and develop corrective actions. The superintendent may also support the facility by assuming the responsibilities of the Plant Manager in their absence.Your Day to Day:Manage product manufacturing, finished product quality and raw material management for the operationSupervise manufacturing resources to meet production goals and assist in preparation of budgets and standards for cost measurementDevelop and administer material and labor usage controls and metricsPlan and schedule work to utilize equipment and maintain maximum productivity levelsUtilize operating indicators for control of product cost, material usage, machine downtime, expenditure control and other shift functionsEnsure production activities are in compliance with company policies procedures and that manufactured goods meet finished product specificationsMaintain strict compliance with all financial, legal, regulatory and environmental requirements within the OperationActively support improvement of safety performance by reducing OSHA incident rate and lost time accidents to 0May be required to perform other related duties as assignedWhat You Bring to the Team:Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant field with a minimum of 5 years operational leadership experience in a manufacturing environmentSuccessful candidate will be a strong people leader with an engineering/technical backgroundProven ability to build/establish effective process systemsStrong supervisory and leadership skillsProven ability to diagnose solve process issuesStrong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skillsProven ability to work partner with Plant Leadership teamDemonstrated ability to lead change and implement continuous improvementWorking knowledge and understanding of SAP or ERP systemsProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OutlookAbility to work independently and in a team environmentManages a staff of 6 salaried employees, sets direction and deploys resources. Responsible for performance evaluations, pay reviews, hiring, and terminating.May be required to lift, carry, push or pull up to and including 25 poundsMinimal travel required 0 – 10 days per yearWork environment is typical of a manufacturing facility; may be exposed to environmental conditions of cold, heat, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, heights, dust mist gas fumes, extensive walking or climbing, etc.Skills and CertificationsBachelors in engineering