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:
- Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!
- Offsite Free Clinic
- 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:
As a Production Superintendent, you'll take the helm of operations for two dynamic production lines, steering the seamless conversion of raw materials into top-notch finished goods. Your mission is to champion the safe and superior production of products, while rigorously upholding production benchmarks. Should the Production Manager be away, you'll become the go-to person.
This shift runs from 5 PM to 5 AM, covering a spectrum of responsibilities across Production, Warehouse, Maintenance, and Processing.
Responsibilities
- Manage Plant workforce for the crew assigned including the Production, Warehouse, Maintenance and Process Departments
- 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
- Ensure the safety of everyone on the crew during the shift and directs efforts of all production employees on the crew and of QA on the shift
- Offer performance feedback to employees, both positive and constructive including formal performance evaluation for Shift Leader and indirect line for Process and Maintenance technicians
- Review production schedule and to 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
- 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
- Lean certification preferred
Experience:
- Minimum five (5) years’ supervisory/management experience in an Industrial Manufacturing environment
- Minimum two (2) years’ Union experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of plant processes
- Knowledge of SAP preferred
- Knowledge of 6S or Lean Manufacturing preferred
- Computer skills in MS Office environment; proficient in Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
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.
