Plant Superintendent

HA-International Careers•Toledo, OH

About The Position

About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Plant Superintendent to lead daily manufacturing operations at our facility. This is a key leadership position responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production while driving continuous improvement and building a strong, positive team culture. The ideal candidate brings strong operational expertise, proven leadership experience, and a deep commitment to safety, productivity, and team development. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including maintenance, quality, supply chain, and senior leadership to achieve production goals and support overall business success. Key Responsibilities Operations Management Oversee all aspects of plant operations including production, maintenance, safety, and quality Ensure production schedules are met while maximizing efficiency and minimizing downtime Partner with HR and senior leadership on workforce and operational needs Leadership & Team Development Lead, coach, and develop team leaders and plant personnel Manage staffing, performance evaluations, and conflict resolution Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement Safety & Compliance Enforce OSHA regulations and company safety standards Lead safety audits, reviews, and incident investigations Prepare and submit required safety and environmental reports in partnership with EH&S Quality Control Ensure adherence to product quality standards and specifications Collaborate with QA teams to resolve production issues and improve processes Continuous Improvement Identify inefficiencies and implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives Drive plant-wide continuous improvement efforts and 5S programs Supply Chain & Inventory Coordination Work closely with supply chain, logistics, and procurement teams Ensure efficient flow of materials and finished goods Reporting & Budgeting Maintain production metrics, downtime logs, and performance reports Develop and manage budgets to support cost control and operational goals Maintenance Oversight Coordinate with maintenance and CI teams on repairs and preventive maintenance schedules Requirements Qualifications Education & Experience High School Diploma or equivalent required Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment Proven success improving operational performance through continuous improvement Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies strongly preferred Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, quality systems, and production best practices Skills & Competencies Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building abilities Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills under pressure Clear and effective communication across all levels of the organization Technical understanding of manufacturing systems, machinery, and ERP/MES systems Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to lead change and drive measurable results Supervisory Responsibilities Direct oversight of approximately 5 salaried and 23 hourly employees Work Environment & Physical Requirements Active manufacturing environment (indoor and outdoor exposure) Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and lifting (up to 50 lbs) Required use of PPE Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, bending, and lifting Travel Primarily local travel with occasional overnight travel as needed Why Join Us? Opportunity to lead a high-impact manufacturing operation Collaborative and team-focused culture Ability to drive meaningful improvements and make a visible impact

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
Proven success improving operational performance through continuous improvement
Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, quality systems, and production best practices
Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building abilities
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills under pressure
Clear and effective communication across all levels of the organization
Technical understanding of manufacturing systems, machinery, and ERP/MES systems
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to lead change and drive measurable results
Direct oversight of approximately 5 salaried and 23 hourly employees
Active manufacturing environment (indoor and outdoor exposure)
Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and lifting (up to 50 lbs)
Required use of PPE
Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, bending, and lifting
Primarily local travel with occasional overnight travel as needed

Nice To Haves

Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of plant operations including production, maintenance, safety, and quality
Ensure production schedules are met while maximizing efficiency and minimizing downtime
Partner with HR and senior leadership on workforce and operational needs
Lead, coach, and develop team leaders and plant personnel
Manage staffing, performance evaluations, and conflict resolution
Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
Enforce OSHA regulations and company safety standards
Lead safety audits, reviews, and incident investigations
Prepare and submit required safety and environmental reports in partnership with EH&S
Ensure adherence to product quality standards and specifications
Collaborate with QA teams to resolve production issues and improve processes
Identify inefficiencies and implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives
Drive plant-wide continuous improvement efforts and 5S programs
Work closely with supply chain, logistics, and procurement teams
Ensure efficient flow of materials and finished goods
Maintain production metrics, downtime logs, and performance reports
Develop and manage budgets to support cost control and operational goals
Coordinate with maintenance and CI teams on repairs and preventive maintenance schedules