Superintendent - Recold Plant

our team • Brea, CA

12d • $117,800 - $180,600 • Onsite

About The Position

As the Superintendent, you will be responsible for leading and developing a manufacturing Engineer and a unionized manufacturing team, overseeing daily operations and production processes for the facility in Brea, CA. 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 supervisory/ management/ leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience in related field
• Bachelor's degree in technical field such as Engineering, Industrial/ Manufacturing preferred

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 and 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
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office software

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 process
• Actively support employee training and development by identifying training needs, developing training plans, providing coaching and guidance to enhance employees 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
• Conduct investigations of safety concerns
• Oversee the cleanliness and organization of the manufacturing area
• Serve as champion of safety, encouraging employees to identify risks and work 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 operation 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

• health benefits
• 401K retirement with a company match
• paid time off
• 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