Mgr, Springfield Plant

our team • Springfield, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As the Superintendent, you will be responsible leading and developing a Manufacturing Engineer and a manufacturing team, overseeing daily operations and production processes for the facility in Springfield, MO. The Superintendent will be responsible for hiring, training, and motivating employees, driving continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring a safe and clean working environment, and prioritizing positive measures that favorably impact on-time delivery, quality control, inventory management, and financial commitments. The successful Superintendent will have strong leadership abilities, a passion for operational excellence and experience driving continuous improvement.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of supervisor/management/leadership experience in a manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience attracting, retaining, motivating, and developing high performing, diverse teams
• Experience in a manufacturing environment that creates highly engineered, customized products
• Experience in unionized manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, including assembly, welding/machining, quality control
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and the ability to drive a culture of safety, with knowledge of environmental, health and safety regulations
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and lean manufacturing principles
• Proficiency using manufacturing software and systems for inventory management and production planning, including working in ERP related system
• Knowledge of HVAC industry
• Proven ability to build effective partnerships with other leaders
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate and collaborate across organizational levels (production employees, engineering, sales, leadership)
• Proven ability to motivate others, supervise, and train hourly manufacturing employees in a production environment
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines
• Skills in Microsoft Office software
• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to manufacturing team, ensuring productivity, collaboration, and a positive working environment
• Foster open communication and promote a culture of trust and engagement, embodying the SPX core values
• Partner in the recruitment of employees by promoting open job opportunities and actively participating in the hiring, selection, and on-boarding processes
• Actively support employee training and development by identifying training needs, developing training plans, providing coaching and guidance to enhance employee skills and knowledge
• Coach and lead performance discussions with employees. Deliver corrective actions as appropriate Organize the workflow of production by setting objectives, preparing schedules, and communicating objectives and progress to team
• Serve as point of contact for employee concerns and grievances, actively listening and, in partnership with HR, address issues in a timely manner using a proactive approach to conflict resolution
• Promote and maintain a safe working environment by enforcing safety guidelines, conducting regular inspections, and addressing potential issues immediately
• Ensure tools and equipment are in working order and can be used in a safe manner
• Assist in investigations of safety concerns
• Oversee the cleanliness and organization of manufacturing area
• Serve as champion of safety, encouraging employees to identify risks work together to resolve issues
• Report on EHS activities for the location
• Collaborate with production planning and logistics to prioritize production schedules, monitor progress, and ensure on-time delivery of orders that meet customer expectations
• Manage operations budget and labor goals
• Implement and monitor quality control procedures and standards to ensure production of high quality products
• Conduct inspections and partner with quality team to address issues promptly
• Optimize inventory management process to support production requirements and ensure accuracy of inventory records
• Understand production schedules and estimate accurate hour requirements for completion
• Ensure direct and indirect labor goals are met on a daily basis
• Manage scrap within assigned area to achieve program fiscal goals
• Ensure all standard operating procedures are followed
• Create and review reports outlining key operational metrics
• Use ERP system and other technology to prepare reports for planning, performance monitoring, issue identification, and improvement
• Maintain accurate records including: production reports, inventory data, safety logs, employee performance records, time and attendance records
• Create reports on key performance indicators
• Identify opportunities for process improvement throughout the facility to enhance efficiency, equipment performance, quality, reduce cost, and optimize operations
• Implement lean manufacturing principles
• Participate in other projects as assigned that relate to the overall goals of the department and organization

Benefits

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree