Operations Superintendent - Lean Manufacturing Leader

James Hardie; Wilmington (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with match

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

James Hardie is seeking an Operations Superintendent to lead extrusion manufacturing for deck and rail products. You’ll direct safe, efficient, and high-quality production across multiple lines and shifts, reporting to the Senior HMOS Lean Manager.

You’ll coach, mentor, and reinforce Lean HMOS to boost engagement, standardization, and performance. The role requires 5–10 years in extrusion/manufacturing, 3+ years in leadership, and a proven track record in Lean initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, or related field.
• 5–10 years of experience in extrusion or manufacturing (composites a plus).
• Minimum of 3+ years of leadership experience in a production environment.
• Demonstrated success in strengthening and scaling Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety and compliance efforts, championing a ZERO Harm culture and OSHA adherence.
• Coach leaders and frontline staff to strengthen HMOS and Daily Management System (DMS).
• Drive improvement initiatives to reduce scrap, improve efficiency, and cut costs.
• Manage daily extrusion operations, ensuring safety, quality, and production targets.
• Support staffing, shift coordination, and workforce planning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Extrusion

Problem-solving

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, or related field

Job description

James Hardie is seeking an Operations Superintendent to lead extrusion manufacturing for deck and rail products. You’ll direct safe, efficient, and high-quality production across multiple lines and shifts, reporting to the Senior HMOS Lean Manager.

You’ll coach, mentor, and reinforce Lean HMOS to boost engagement, standardization, and performance. The role requires 5–10 years in extrusion/manufacturing, 3+ years in leadership, and a proven track record in Lean initiatives.