Production Superintendent

JDP is seeking a Production Superintendent on 2nd shift (2p-midnight) for a major Food manufacturing company located near Sioux City Iowa.

Relocation is provided to the Sioux City area

Salary is $90k-100k with a 15% bonus

Responsibilities:

• Implement and maintain safety and ergonomic programs to achieve an injury-free workplace.
• Actively participate in the Safety Committee and contribute to reducing injuries and injury-related costs.
• Ensure staff compliance with HACCP, SSOP protocols, CCPs, and the HACCP plan.
• Maintain high standards to minimize product failures and prevent foreign material contamination.
• Assist in overseeing plant operations, including supervision of staff and employees.
• Lead recruitment, training, and employee development initiatives.
• Conduct performance evaluations, reward achievements, and manage disciplinary actions.
• Train and guide support staff in areas such as Safety, Food Safety/QA, HR, accounting, maintenance, and production.
• Foster consistency and adherence to company standards to ensure operational profitability and efficiency.
• Build a collaborative team environment that drives employee engagement.
• Establish operational goals and monitor progress to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Train supervisors to recognize and act on operational challenges and opportunities.
• Track and optimize yields, labor, and expenses to meet performance targets.
• Ensure compliance with operational specifications and procedures to drive efficiency and profitability.
• Lead initiatives to reduce waste and maximize raw material utilization.
• Promote a culture of approachability, communication, and teamwork across all levels of the organization.
• Address and resolve employee complaints and concerns effectively.
• Develop accurate fixed and capital budgets for annual planning purposes.
• Monitor and control costs to align with budgetary goals and support overall company profitability.

Qualifications:

• Proven leadership experience in operations management, preferably in a manufacturing or food production environment.
• Strong knowledge of safety programs, food safety standards (HACCP, SSOP), and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Financial acumen with experience in budget planning, cost control, and performance analysis.
• Ability to train, manage, and lead cross-functional teams effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to set and achieve operational goals, with a focus on efficiency and profitability.
• Knowledge of raw material utilization, labor variance, and waste reduction strategies.
• Experience in employee relations, including conflict resolution and fostering team collaboration.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while balancing long-term planning with immediate operational needs.