Plant Superintendent jobs in Fort Wayne, IN

JOB TITLE: Assistant Plant Manager/Superintendent
JOB FAMILY: Operations
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
DATE: December 2022
Position Summary
IKG is the North American leader in the manufacture of high-quality steel and aluminum bar grating. We place a high value on our employees, our customers, and our stakeholders and we welcome like-minded individuals to apply to join our organization.

The successful candidate for this role will be instrumental in leading a team in the efficient operation of a growing and complex manufacturing operation. The individual will complement the efforts of the team at the facility and work closely with them to aid in the seamless production, shipment, and accounting of product.

The individual will work closely with the Senior Site Manager to build, train, and lead a staff and a direct labor workforce in a multi-shift operation. They will need to show that they can motivate a team to reach established manufacturing targets while maintaining the highest possible levels of safety and product quality. They must show that they possess an unwavering commitment to customer service, and they can foster this same level of customer service across their entire team.

• Primary Responsibilities
• Instill a safety culture and proactively improve the safety performance of the site.
• Promote an environment of continuous improvement by utilizing various world-class manufacturing techniques.
• Motivate a workforce with an appropriate level of compassion.
• Hire, onboard, and train new employees; promote the growth of existing employees.
• Analyze metrics to understand the state of the operation and develop an appropriate path forward based on the data.
• Execute the Annual Operating Plan for the site through management of budgets and effecting the production plan.
• Assist with the development of budgets, including revenue forecasts, inventory forecasts, capital expenditures, and the Annual Operating Plan.
• Perform other tasks as assigned and necessary for successful completion of duties.

Basic Qualifications

• Education
• A degree from an accredited university or similar education. Specific, demonstrated experience as an operations leader in a similar manufacturing environment may be a suitable substitute for the educational requirements.
• Experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a world-class manufacturing environment.
• Other requirements
• Must possess a bias for action.
• Must possess a passion for motivation and bringing out the best in themselves and all others on the team.
• Must be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization and communicate effectively with the company’s customers and suppliers.
• Must demonstrate the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Must possess a high degree of composure during periods of stress.
• Strong communication, organizational, and management skills are essential for this role.
• Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

“IKG is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender orientation; genetic traits, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status.”

Work Location: In person