Production Superintendent

IAC International Automotive India Pvt. Ltd.; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

IAC International Automotive India Pvt. Ltd. seeks a Manufacturing Superintendent to oversee daily operations, drive productivity, and lead a team of supervisors and staff in a fast-paced plant environment.

The role focuses on safety, quality, and on-time delivery, with emphasis on coaching, data-driven decisions, and continuous improvement initiatives to meet plant targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field preferred or 15 years experience.
• Relevant leadership experience in manufacturing, production, operations, or a related industry.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure production, safety, quality, and delivery objectives are met.
• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and team members to achieve performance expectations.
• Monitor workforce productivity and staffing needs to ensure efficient operations.
• Promote and maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety policies and addressing hazards promptly.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Analyze operational metrics and implement corrective actions to improve performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, cost reduction, and employee engagement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments including Human Resources, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Logistics.
• Address employee relations issues in partnership with HR, including attendance, performance, and disciplinary matters.
• Conduct regular meetings to communicate company goals, operational updates, and performance expectations.
• Develop and execute action plans to achieve key business objectives and plant targets.
• Manage departmental budgets and expenses within established guidelines.
• Support customer satisfaction by ensuring products and services meet quality and delivery standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Safety compliance

Continuous improvement

Team development

Operations management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field

15+ years of relevant leadership experience (alternative to degree)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Superintendent is responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring productivity, safety, quality, and employee performance within the assigned area. This role provides leadership to supervisors and employees, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures operational goals are achieved while maintaining compliance with company policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure production, safety, quality, and delivery objectives are met.
• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and team members to achieve performance expectations.
• Monitor workforce productivity and staffing needs to ensure efficient operations.
• Promote and maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety policies and addressing hazards promptly.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Analyze operational metrics and implement corrective actions to improve performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, cost reduction, and employee engagement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments including Human Resources, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Logistics.
• Address employee relations issues in partnership with HR, including attendance, performance, and disciplinary matters.
• Conduct regular meetings to communicate company goals, operational updates, and performance expectations.
• Develop and execute action plans to achieve key business objectives and plant targets.
• Manage departmental budgets and expenses within established guidelines.
• Support customer satisfaction by ensuring products and services meet quality and delivery standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field preferred or 15 years experience.
• Relevant leadership experience in manufacturing, production, operations, or a related industry.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, quality systems, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement effective solutions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and operational management systems.

Key Competencies

• Leadership and Team Development
• Operational Excellence
• Strategic Thinking
• Employee Relations
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Communication and Collaboration
• Accountability
• Continuous Improvement
• Safety Leadership
• Change Management

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a manufacturing, warehouse, construction, or operational environment, depending on the industry.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for extended periods.
• May require occasional lifting, bending, and exposure to production equipment and varying environmental conditions.