Operations Superintendent - 3rd Shift

Job Summary


* The Operations Superintendent is a key role in the success of our business.

This individual directly supports all areas of the business, identifies and addresses any material constraints, and provides daily direction to the team as they successfully execute the schedule.

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities


* Ensures compliance with all safety and environmental regulations and rules.

Supports ISO14001 and TS16949 quality standards.


* Identifies and resolves operational bottlenecks using lean methodologies to increase department throughput and efficiency and reduce labor cost. 


* Develops and implements operating methods and procedures designed to improve profitability, lower cost, & eliminate waste.


* Manages production personnel, making sure the correct number of personnel with the correct training are available as needed to meet customer requirements as efficiently as possible.


* Works with supervisors on each shift to ensure availability of adequate resources while meeting production requirements and maintaining company policies with the work force.


* Monitors production metrics such as productivity, absorption, and scrap on a daily basis and develops action plans for gaps.


* Leads entire facility personnel across all departments.


* Exhibits a continual improvement mindset for the areas of responsibility and their own personal growth.


* Other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

Education & Experience



* Bachelors’ degree from a four-year college or university, or 5+ years related experience in a similar production environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Other Skills



* Must possess a strong working knowledge of the assigned product line and processes; good product knowledge and ability to locate and identify correct components.


* Superior initiative and positive attitude; willing to do what is necessary to meet production requirements; willing to accept responsibility, and hold others accountable.


* Ability to serve in a leadership position and direct others through instruction and by example.


* Attention to detail and quality of product.


* Ability to work well with others – including all supervisors and managers in all departments and on all shifts.


* Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing and distribution of goods.


* Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles


* Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer services.

This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.


* Working knowledge of ERP systems.


* Ability to use A3 problem solving techniques.


* Ability to effectively communicate in a verbal and written format.

 

Working Relations


* Management Group


* Superviso...