Production Manager

Sun Chemical Corporation; Franklin (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merit increases

Paid Time Off

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k)+match

Life insurance

Job summary

Sun Chemical Corporation is seeking a Production Superintendent in Franklin, OH to oversee all manufacturing operations in their ink production facility. The role focuses on ensuring safe, efficient production while upholding quality standards. Responsibilities include preparing operational reports, supporting quality assurance, and leading a strong safety culture. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree, 5+ years of manufacturing experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP. The position offers a full-time schedule primarily during the day, along with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in batch manufacturing.
• Proven ability to set priorities, solve problems, meet deadlines, and manage budgets.
• Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Plan, coordinate, and control daily manufacturing activities to meet customer requirements.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and recommend improvements.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Operations Management

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Production Superintendent

Department: Manufacturing

Location: Franklin, OH

Supervisor Title: Plant Manager

POSITION SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

As the Production Superintendent, you will lead all manufacturing operations within our ink production facility. Your focus will be on ensuring safe, efficient, and cost‑effective production while upholding high quality standards and fostering a positive, high‑performance work environment. You will maintain process control integrity, meet OTIF delivery expectations, support customer needs, and achieve inventory targets.

This role is responsible for preparing operational reports, supporting quality assurance, maintaining strong labor relations, and handling essential administrative duties. You will play a critical role in meeting customer demand, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Additionally, you will coordinate product development efforts to support new business opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety – Champion a strong safety culture through training, accountability, and compliance with all environmental, health, and safety regulations. Leads adherence to safety and housekeeping standards through example, training, teamwork, and accountability.
• Productivity – Plan, coordinate, and control daily manufacturing activities to meet customer requirements efficiently and cost‑effectively. Identifies opportunities for Lean Six Sigma manufacturing techniques to improve processes and productivity.
• Process Improvement – Troubleshoot operational issues, recommend improvements, and prevent delays in production schedules.
• Cost Management – Monitor overtime, manage spending, and ensure operations stay within budget.
• Leadership – Lead, coach, and develop employees; address performance issues; and foster a fair, productive, and positive work environment.
• Customer Value – Investigate operational causes of customer complaints, determine root cause, implement remedy and monitor results.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Maintain strong communication with site departments and corporate partners to achieve goals and objectives.
• Talent Development – Hire, train, evaluate, and motivate staff to support production needs and long‑term growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment (batch manufacturing preferred).
• Proven ability to set priorities, solve problems, meet deadlines, and manage budgets.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Lean Six Sigma preferred.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.

Role Details

• Schedule: Full‑time, primarily day shift with off‑shift support.
• Direct Reports: 3

BENEFITS

We offer a range of market‑competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is Sun's policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.