What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Superintendent position at Knauf Insulation?
Overview
Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.
We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.
We know how important your health, wellbeing, and financial strength is to you. To support you, we provide affordable benefits for you and your family members.
"Supporting all aspects of the individual — self, health, wealth and community”
Our benefits include:
- Offsite Free Clinic
- Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!
- Virtual Medical Services
- 401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% and fully vested day one)
- Paid parental leave
- Company paid life insurance
- Vacation time to enjoy getting away
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Plus, more!
Growth opportunities available!
Apply online or contact us to hear why our employees appreciate being part of the Knauf family!
Summary of Position:
The Production Superintendent is responsible for monitoring and directing all operations for two production lines. This includes the full value stream from raw materials to finished goods within the facility. The Production Superintendent particularly focuses on safely producing high quality products in line with established production standards. This role serves as the main point of contact in the absence of the Production Manager.
Responsibilities
- Embody, engage, model, and ensure safety throughout the site
- Uphold all Health, Safety, Environmental, Energy and Quality in compliance with the law and ISO standards
- Manage Plant workforce for the crew assigned. Lead and mentor all primary workforce within the building during time onsite
- Lead Daily Shift Communication Meetings with the off-going shift leadership team and with the on-coming shift at the end of shift
- Delegate work assignments/projects based on priorities, keeping Safety as the highest priority
- Offer performance feedback to employees, both positive and constructive including formal performance evaluations
- Review production schedule and ensure the proper people are assigned to the appropriate job tasks
- Address adjustments to schedule and communicate adjustments to others as needed
- Monitor operating performances of equipment and contact maintenance for needed repairs, adjustments or troubleshooting
- Prepare all necessary paperwork and record keeping for shift
- Successfully complete own standard work and audit standard work and 6s for all on shift
- Maintain employee timecards or other payroll activities with minimal error
- Main point of contact for employee relations, training, mentoring, and overall employee experience for the team assigned
- Participate in professional development as tailored to the individual
- Participate in the interview process of primary workforce staff and otherwise and communicate staffing needs
- Develop and mentor Supervisors and primary workforce for succession planning
- Lead Root Cause investigations for safety and other topics
- Promote a continuous improvement culture, bringing fresh ideas and participating in solution finding
- Drives the highest levels of employee retention and engagement to ensure a sustainable workforce
- Fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within the organization
- Instill an environment of inclusion, where all employees feel that they can contribute and impact the company in a positive manner
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Management or related field preferred
- Lean Certification preferred
Experience:
- Minimum five (5) to eight (8) years of production experience in an industrial manufacturing facility
- Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of management experience in a similar environment
It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.
