Superintendent - Recold Plant

SPX Technologies•Brea, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Building the people that build the world. With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world. As part of HVAC Cooling, SPX Cooling Technologies is a leader in high quality industrial HVAC equipment used to cool large facilities like hospitals, data centers, and power plants. With cooling towers, fans, and refrigeration units, companies rely on brands like Marley, Recold, and SGS to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions. How you will make an Impact (Job Summary) SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. 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
Proficient skills in Microsoft Office software

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
Bachelor's degree in technical field such as Engineering, Industrial/ Manufacturing 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 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