Production Superintendent

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake division (NYSE:WLK), is one of the largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, the company supplies gasketed, solvent weld and restrained joint pipes and a wide range of fittings for a diverse list of markets including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation. Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development with Certa-Lok® spline-lock technology and product systems that are focused on building A Better Foundation. To learn more, visit the website at WestlakePipe.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.Production SuperintendentJanesville, WIWe’re looking for a hands-on, people-focused Production Superintendent to lead operations in a 24/7 manufacturing environment. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for driving safety, quality, productivity, and team engagement across all production activities. You’ll lead frontline teams, partner cross-functionally, and implement continuous improvement initiatives that directly influence plant performance and business results.What You’ll DoLeadership & OperationsLead, coach, and develop production teams to achieve safety, quality, and performance targets in a 24/7 operationOversee daily manufacturing activities, ensuring efficient use of labor, equipment, and materialsProvide technical leadership across line setup, troubleshooting, metrics tracking, and process optimizationDrive execution of production schedules to meet customer demand and operational KPIsSafety & ComplianceChampion a strong safety culture by maintaining a clean, compliant, and hazard-free work environmentLead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementationServe as backup to Plant Manager with case management of injured employeesFacilitate safety training and manage employee work restrictions effectivelyTalent & People DevelopmentLead recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and retention of production employeesManage performance through coaching, feedback, and corrective action while fostering engagementBuild team capability through training, development, and succession planningContinuous ImprovementIdentify and implement initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce scrap, and enhance product qualityPartner with engineering, maintenance, quality, and innovation teams to drive operational excellenceLead projects that address current business challenges and support long-term objectivesSystems & ReportingManage production orders and transactions in SAP, including troubleshooting and issue resolutionTrack, analyze, and report key performance metrics to leadershipSupport payroll processes and provide backup coverage for Production Supervisors as neededWhat You Bring5+ years of experience in PVC extrusion or similar manufacturing environmentProven leadership experience in a high-volume, fast-paced production settingStrong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and maintenance coordinationExperience with SAP, Workday (or similar HRIS), and Microsoft OfficeDemonstrated ability to lead teams, drive engagement, and deliver measurable improvementsStrong problem-solving, decision-making, and project management skillsExcellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levelsEducation: Technical diploma or degree preferredWhy Join Us?Competitive base salary + performance bonus tied to plant KPIsOpportunity to lead in a high-visibility role with real operational impactCollaborative, cross-functional team environmentStrong focus on safety, innovation, and continuous improvementCareer growth and professional development opportunitiesWestlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.