Production Superintendent

Johns Manville Corp - Berkshire Hathaway; Winslow Township (NJ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Parental leave

Job summary

Johns Manville in Penbryn NJ is seeking a Production Superintendent to lead a 24/7 manufacturing operation. You will own production performance, drive quality, and develop a high-performing team while collaborating with plant leadership to advance safety and continuous improvement.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in management, engineering, or a related field and 5+ years of operational leadership in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in management, engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of operational leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop teams.
• Experience with SAP or ERP systems.
• Ability to manage a workforce of ~115 hourly and 8 salaried employees, including performance management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 24/7 manufacturing operations, production quality, and raw material management.
• Lead a team of over 100 employees and drive a culture of accountability and improvement.
• Align resources and schedules to meet production goals and budgets.
• Partner with plant leadership to control costs and manage performance metrics.
• Monitor downtime, material usage, and costs to drive smarter decisions.
• Ensure compliance with standards, safety, and product quality expectations.
• Promote a safety-first culture and lead root-cause analysis for issues.
• Schedule work to maximize equipment utilization and productivity.
• Step in for Plant Manager when needed and support plant leadership.
• Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement across the operation.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

ERP systems

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Production Superintendent

Penbryn NJ

Full time

Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Pay Range

$114,700.00-$157,700.00 Annual

This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.

Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Do you enjoy building high-performing teams, solving complex challenges, and driving operational excellence?

As a Production Superintendent, you will play a critical leadership role in powering a 24/7 manufacturing operation—owning production performance, driving quality, and shaping the future of your team. This is your opportunity to make a visible impact on safety, productivity, and continuous improvement while partnering closely with plant leadership.

You’ll lead from the front—developing people, optimizing processes, and ensuring every shift delivers results aligned with Johns Manville’s commitment to safety, quality, and performance. In this role, you’ll also serve as a trusted leader capable of stepping in for the Plant Manager when needed.

What You’ll Do

• Take ownership of manufacturing operations—overseeing production, product quality, and raw material management for a high-output, 24-hour production line
• Lead and inspire a team of over 100 employees, creating a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
• Drive operational performance by aligning resources, schedules, and priorities to meet production goals
• Partner with leadership to develop budgets, control costs, and manage performance metrics that impact the bottom line
• Optimize processes by leveraging data—monitoring key indicators like downtime, material usage, and production costs to fuel smarter decisions
• Ensure all production activities meet company standards, regulatory requirements, and product quality expectations
• Champion safety as a core value—actively working to achieve zero incidents and creating a culture where safety comes first
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve operational and personnel challenges—leading root cause analysis and implementing sustainable solutions
• Plan and schedule work to maximize equipment utilization and maintain peak productivity
• Step into plant-wide leadership responsibilities when needed, including supporting or serving as acting Plant Manager
• Contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement across the operation
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support plant success

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in management, engineering, or a related field with at least 5 years of operational leadership experience in a manufacturing environment (or equivalent experience)
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop teams
• A problem-solver mindset with proven success diagnosing and resolving process issues
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with plant leadership and cross-functional teams
• A track record of leading change and driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Working knowledge of SAP or ERP systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently while also thriving in a team-oriented environment
• Experience managing a workforce of approximately 115 hourly and 8 salaried employees, including performance management, compensation decisions, hiring, and terminations

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds as needed
• Minimal travel (0–10 days per year)
• Work in a dynamic manufacturing setting with exposure to:
  • Heat, cold, and high noise levels
  • Moving mechanical equipment
  • Heights and physically active conditions (walking, climbing, etc.)
  • Dust, mist, gas, or fumes

You must be able to perform the essential functions of this role, with reasonable accommodations available where applicable.

Why This Role Stands Out

This isn’t just a production leadership role—it’s a chance to:

• Make a real impact on safety, performance, and team development
• Lead at scale in a high-visibility manufacturing environment
• Grow your career alongside strong plant leadership
• Be part of a culture that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement

Benefits

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Johns Manville supports employee growth with vast educational opportunities and a company-wide mentoring program. This program pairs employees and leaders to grow skills, build stronger internal networks and strengthen the company’s succession planning process. Johns Manville also offers soft and hard skills training facilitated by internal and external presenters. Our talent management team prioritizes the holistic growth of our workforce.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

About Us

Johns Manville is a proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, serving customers in more than 80 countries, supplying innovative products to the construction, aerospace, automotive, filtration and energy industries. With a more than 160-year legacy, we understand that our story continues to grow only with the right people saying, thinking and doing the right things. Make your story our story.

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.