3rd Shift Production Manager
This position is a plant leadership role focused on driving manufacturing excellence, lean operations, and overall performance improvement. The Superintendent leads frontline supervisors/area leaders and is accountable for safety, quality, productivity, and delivery.🔑 Core Responsibilities1. Safety & CompliancePromote a safe, clean work environmentImmediately address safety issues and non-complianceSupport initiatives like Injury Free Event (IFE) and H.P. programs2. Operational ExcellenceImprove manufacturing planning, execution, and disciplineEnsure strong delivery performance and cycle time reductionConduct capacity analysis and standard work optimizationManage key performance metrics: QualityProductivityCycle timeDeliveryCash flow3. Lean Manufacturing LeadershipLead ABS / Lean initiativesIdentify and eliminate non-value-added wasteReduce WIP (Work in Progress) and improve product flowApply tools like OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and constraint management4. Leadership & People DevelopmentDirect and develop: Area leadersSupervisorsCell facilitatorsDrive team training and growthCascade goals across the organization5. Financial & Strategic AccountabilityManage departmental budgetsDrive cost reduction and profitabilitySupport strategic planning and goal alignment with business unit objectives6. Cross-Functional & Customer EngagementCollaborate with engineering to improve processes and qualityMaintain strong customer relationshipsCommunicate effectively with: StaffCustomersLeadership teams🎯 Key Skills & Focus AreasLean manufacturing expertiseContinuous improvement mindsetStrong leadership and team developmentData-driven decision making (OEE, capacity, constraints)Operational discipline & executionCommunication and stakeholder management✅ Basic QualificationsBachelor's degree (required)5+ years of lean manufacturing experienceMust be authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship)Ability to access export-controlled materials