2nd Shift Plant Operations Leader – Lean & Quality

Dana Incorporated; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Incorporated is seeking a Production Superintendent to lead multiple production lines in Fort Wayne, IN, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency across shifts. The role partners with engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to drive continuous improvement and meet plant goals.

Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of applicable experience and 5+ years in production leadership, with a strong focus on lean methods and KPI-driven results. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of applicable experience.
• 5+ years of experience.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production supervisors and ensure alignment with plant goals.
• Monitor KPIs and drive performance improvements across shifts.
• Lead initiatives to improve productivity, reduce waste, and enhance quality.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Provide direction, leadership, and development to shift supervisors through empowerment and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Lean manufacturing

Cross-functional collaboration

Performance management

Operations planning

Problem solving

Team leadership

Asset utilization

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years experience

5+ years experience

Job description

Dana Incorporated is seeking a Production Superintendent to lead multiple production lines in Fort Wayne, IN, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency across shifts. The role partners with engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to drive continuous improvement and meet plant goals.

Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of applicable experience and 5+ years in production leadership, with a strong focus on lean methods and KPI-driven results. Equal opportunity employer.