Production Superintendent

Westlake•Bristol, TN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Westlake is seeking a Production Superintendent to lead daily manufacturing operations for a high-volume extrusion department. This is a hands-on leadership role with direct impact on safety, performance, and employee engagement. The ideal candidate is an experienced manufacturing leader ready for a visible, growth-oriented position. In this role, you will own production execution across multiple shifts, lead and develop supervisors and production teams, and partner closely with Operations leadership to solve problems and improve performance. You will play a key role in building a strong safety culture, driving accountability, and developing the next generation of manufacturing leaders.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
2+ years of manufacturing leadership or supervisory experience
Strong people leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to lead in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
Comfortable holding teams accountable while developing and engaging employees

Nice To Haves

Superintendent, Production Manager, Lead Supervisor, or similar experience preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and develop supervisors and production teams across multiple shifts
Own daily production execution to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets
Set priorities, allocate resources, and adjust schedules to meet changing demands
Drive accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement across the department
Analyze production data, identify gaps, and lead process improvement initiatives
Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and HR to support staffing, training, and performance
Lead by example and promote safe behaviors at all times
Drive execution of the Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) program
Conduct safety meetings, observations, and coaching
Identify hazards, support incident investigations, and ensure corrective actions are completed