Production Superintendent-GEN

ZF Group•Gray Court, SC

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The team focuses on providing strong leadership to team leaders and employees, fostering a positive and results-driven work environment through coaching and mentoring. They serve as a key liaison between employees and the company, ensuring clear communication and a safe, issue-free workplace. By driving continuous improvement through waste reduction, problem-solving, and performance process enhancements, the team works to maintain and improve overall production efficiency. As Production Superintendent, you will act as a strategic member of the management team, driving continuous improvement with a strong focus on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee morale. You will lead all manufacturing and assembly operations to ensure high-quality, cost-effective production through lean and continuous improvement practices. This role involves planning, designing, and optimizing manufacturing methods and processes to meet business and customer requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
6-8+ years of progressive experience in a professional position with a strong production interface
3+ years of experience in project management and/or supervisory function
Problem solving skills
Proven interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written
Proven leadership skills
Expert level knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within manufacturing/operations
Proven ability to use and train individuals to use production/manufacturing equipment
Advanced knowledge of plant operations management and lean principles, processes, and techniques
Ability to prioritize and schedule daily tasks
Experience in team building and team execution.
Experience with line start up and product ramp up
Working knowledge and basic trouble shooting skills of CNC machining equipment and/or automated assembly equipment.

Responsibilities

Act as a strategic member of the management team, driving continuous improvement with a strong focus on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee morale.
Lead all manufacturing and assembly operations to ensure high-quality, cost-effective production through lean and continuous improvement practices.
Plan, design, and optimize manufacturing methods and processes to meet business and customer requirements.
Direct and supervise exempt staff and indirect support functions, leading teams of up to and exceeding 300 employees.
Develop, coach, evaluate, and manage employee performance, including training, certifications, disciplinary actions, and career growth.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers and suppliers to achieve shared objectives.
Ensure compliance with production systems, safety standards, ISO/QS/TS requirements, company policies, and housekeeping best practices.
Manage departmental budgets, resources, manpower, and performance metrics aligned with the plant’s business plan and departmental goals.