Manufacturing Superintendent

Momentive Technologies • Strongsville, OH

165d

About The Position

The Manufacturing Superintendent oversees the manufacturing processes of the Engineering Coating Technologies (ECT) and Ceramics, Powders, Shapes (CPS) areas of the Strongsville Ceramics facility. Working in a continuous shift rotation with three other superintendents, this role ensures 24/7/365 coverage. Responsibilities include supervising operations employees in a unionized environment, ensuring safety, maintaining product quality, managing delivery schedules, controlling product costs, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with 3 years in a leadership role
• Minimum of 3 years experience working in a union environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated team contribution and leadership skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management or related field
• 5 or more years of leadership in a union manufacturing environment
• Prior experience with SAP or similar ERP system
• Proficiency in Project Management and Root Cause Analysis
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direct supervision and scheduling guidance to the Operations team in support of Safety, Quality, Productivity, Delivery and Organizational Development initiatives.
• Lead identification, mitigation, and elimination of safety exposures and ensure EHS compliance and improvement.
• Drive continuous improvement in areas of safety, product quality, product delivery, scheduling and product cost through the analysis of plant data and collaboration with the Operations team.
• Interact with vendors for project implementation and proposals, as needed.
• Lead and assist in the development and sustainability of 5S.
• Assist in the sustainability of stable operations and a Continuous Improvement culture through leadership, training and collaboration with internal and external resources.
• Drive consistent practices across Strongsville site, ensuring employee concerns are raised and addressed in a timely manner.
• Ensure operational excellence and productivity standards are met by all members of the team; ensure production schedules remain on-track to ensure on-time delivery in full.
• Follow all established procedures and processes to ensure streamlined operations within the facility, providing guidance to employees as needed on routine processes.

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Basic and Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees