Production Superintendent

About Us

STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, and Manufacturing Operations. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs.

THE ROLE

Our client is looking for a Production Superintendent to work in a manufacturing plant in Delta.

Primary Responsibilities

• Recommend and implement improvements to meet or exceed production and service demands.
• Drive reliability and continuous improvement in manufacturing processes to improve KPIs such as waste reduction, unplanned downtime, process capability, and schedule adherence.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, and efficiency in daily production operations.
• Utilize data-driven decision-making to develop and lead action plans aimed at achieving performance metrics.
• Develop and maintain the daily/weekly production schedule to meet operational goals.
• Manage employee relations, including identifying training needs, updating standard operating procedures, and overseeing training, discipline, and motivation.
• Conduct regular meetings with subordinates to review issues, policy changes, and operational updates.
• Handle additional duties as assigned by the Plant Manager.
  
  

Process And Quality Control

• Ensure that manufacturing processes adhere to company specifications and standards.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Technical Department and Plant Quality Control Manager to develop and implement new processes and procedures.
• Oversee the quality assurance process to ensure that final products meet established quality standards.
• Communicate any technical or process changes to the Plant Manager.
• Supervise trials for new products, processes, or raw materials to ensure successful implementation.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly manage Production Supervisors and hourly production employees, setting objectives in alignment with plant strategy and vision.
• Delegate daily tasks to Production Supervisors while ensuring team goals are met.
• Establish, monitor, and review performance expectations to ensure alignment with company objectives.
• Act as a backup for the Plant Manager when necessary.
  
  

Safety

• Promote and enforce safety practices among all personnel, ensuring compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Address safety concerns and unsafe conditions promptly to prevent injury or accidents.
• Ensure overall safe operation and adherence to Process Safety Management (PSM) standards.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in PC applications, including Word, Excel, Kronos, Email, and PeopleSoft.
• Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Competence in applying mathematical concepts and statistical methods for forecasting and process improvement.
• Quick adaptability to changes in the workplace.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with various personnel and departments.
• Knowledge of and experience in implementing Continuous Improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
  
  

Qualification/Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• OSHA compliance training is a plus.
• Minimum of five years of general manufacturing experience required.
  
  

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