Plant Superintendent

Ohio Gratings, Inc.; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Gratings, Inc. seeks a Plant Superintendent to oversee manufacturing, quality, and on-time delivery. You will direct daily plant and shift operations, develop annual plans, and align goals with customer expectations and company standards.

Responsibilities include ensuring safety, environmental compliance, and continuous improvement, mentoring staff, and leading cost reduction and process optimization initiatives to maintain competitive performance.

Qualifications

• BS in operations management, engineering, and/or business administration.
• 3–5 years of management experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Understands GD&T, CNC programs, models or customer requirements.
• Trains team on precision measuring equipment and gages.
• Strong computer skills including ERP systems and cost-structure knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead production departments to plan, coordinate, and manage operations.
• Establish KPIs to meet business goals and monitor performance.
• Promote safety and environmental compliance while driving cost efficiency.
• Mentor and develop team members and promote collaboration.
• Coordinate cross‑functional communication across departments and functions.

Skills

Leadership

People skills

Communication

Project management

Problem solving

Education

BS in Operations Management, Engineering, or Business Administration

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ohio Gratings - Texas 5500 Cedar Crest St Houston, TX 77087, USA

Description

The Plant Superintendent oversees the personnel and processes responsible for manufacturing, quality assurance, and the timely delivery of products. This role directs and coordinates daily plant and shift operations to achieve production, quality, budget, and delivery objectives. The Plant Superintendent develops and implements annual operational plans and performance goals that align with both customer expectations and organizational requirements.

Additionally, the Plant Superintendent ensures compliance with all applicable certifications, industry standards, and customer specifications. The role is accountable for maintaining a safe work environment, ensuring environmental compliance, and driving continuous improvement efforts. Responsibilities also include overseeing equipment maintenance and repairs, supporting employee training and cross‑training, and promoting practices to enhance operational efficiency and workplace organization. The ideal candidate effectively mentors and motivates team members while delegating responsibilities and empowering others to develop their skills, take ownership of their work, and achieve success both individually and as part of the team.

As a faith‑based organization rooted in biblical principles, we strive to reflect these values in our work, relationships, and decision‑making. We expect all associates to learn, embrace, and actively model our core values through their actions, choices, and collaboration with others. This commitment is essential to sustaining our culture and achieving shared success.

This job description does not describe all activities, duties, responsibilities, or physical demands that are required of the employee for this job. Likewise, the work environment described is merely representative. Duties, responsibilities, activities, physical demands, and work environment may change at any time with or without notice.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads performance of the business by planning, coordinating, and managing all production departments.
• Adheres and supports corporate values, customers, and productivity through people, profit, innovation, team relationships, and culture.
• Provides leadership and support for the promotion of products manufactured, services performed, and for the development of new markets, increased share of current markets, and maintaining a competitive position in the industry.
• Provides support and leadership to the team and establishes key performance indicators to meet business goals.
• Models a level of excellence for associates in the organization for servicing all customers both internal and external.
• Establishes quality and efficiency of production processes to meet performance objectives.
• Promotes positive leadership to enforce safety and environmental compliance.
• Leads the development and implementation of improved operating methods, systems, and procedures to reduce costs and improve quality performance.
• Develops effective lines of communication and cooperation between departments and functions within areas of responsibility.
• Performs other job‑related duties as required or assigned.

The Plant Superintendent will conduct supervisory and managerial responsibilities in accordance with Ohio Gratings’ organizational policies, applicable federal, state, and local laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints, resolving problems, and career development. This role will provide the vision and support to develop talent depth in the organization. The Superintendent will demonstrate strong team‑building abilities by fostering collaboration, trust, and a positive work environment.

Education and/or Experience

• BS in Operations Management, Engineering, and/or Business Administration.
• Three‑to‑five years of management experience and/or ten years’ experience in the manufacturing industry preferred.
• Understands and interprets part print/process specifications, GD&T, CNC programs, models, or customer requirements to determine materials, machines, and processes required to manufacture parts.
• Demonstrates and trains team members in the proper use of precision measuring equipment and gages to assure product quality.
• Troubleshoots and analyzes production and/or equipment issues and implements corrective actions.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications, databases, MRP/ERP systems, and developing labor standards for cost structure preferred.
• Has an elevated level of energy, is purposeful, confident, and has strong people skills. Able to establish and maintain a strong rapport and positive relationships with all levels of staff.
• Ideally, the applicant will be strategic, initiative‑taking, persistent, and able to manage multiple projects and customers simultaneously.

EEO STATEMENT

Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic or status protected under local, state, or federal laws.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.