Superintendent

MasterBrand, Inc.; Arthur (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC in Illinois is seeking a Superintendent to lead manufacturing operations across the Door Plant, Millroom, and Framing departments, ensuring safety, quality, and cost-efficient production.

You will supervise and mentor departmental teams, drive continuous improvement, and partner with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and other teams to meet schedules and budget while upholding high standards of housekeeping and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of manufacturing experience in high-volume environments.
• 3–5 years of leadership experience managing supervisors or teams.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations across Door Plant, Millroom, and Framing to meet safety and production goals.
• Provide coaching and development to departmental supervisors and staff.
• Ensure production schedules are met while controlling cost and efficiency.
• Monitor staffing and workflow to identify improvement opportunities.
• Implement corrective actions to reduce defects, waste, and rework.
• Maintain production records and labor reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement and safety programs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Lean manufacturing

Safety focus

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Operations/Engineering or related field

Job description

For more than 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. We are the #1 manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America, and our associates produce the most comprehensive portfolio of superior cabinetry products for the kitchen, bath and other parts of the home. Come see why our associates love working at MasterBrand.

Job Description:

Position Summary

The Superintendent is responsible for leading manufacturing operations within the Door Plant, Millroom, and Framing departments to meet production schedules while ensuring quality products are produced in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner. This position provides leadership and direction to departmental supervisors and team members, driving operational excellence, workforce development, continuous improvement, and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the Door Plant, Millroom, and Framing departments to achieve safety, quality, production, and delivery goals.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and support to departmental supervisors to drive performance, accountability, and employee development.
• Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining efficiency, productivity, and cost objectives.
• Monitor staffing, workflow, and production performance to identify and implement improvement opportunities.
• Promote and enforce company safety policies and ensure employees are properly trained for their assigned work.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and other departments to resolve issues and improve operational performance.
• Monitor product quality and implement corrective actions to reduce defects, rework, and waste.
• Manage departmental performance to achieve budget, labor, and operational targets.
• Maintain accurate production records, labor reporting, and departmental documentation.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, cost reduction, and employee engagement.
• Foster a positive work environment through effective communication, teamwork, and leadership.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, organization, and workplace efficiency.
• Support workforce planning, cross-training, succession planning, and staffing needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in a high-volume production environment.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of leadership experience managing supervisors, teams, or manufacturing operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to drive results while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and employee development.
• Experience managing multiple departments, processes, or production areas preferred.
• Ability to analyze production data and make sound business decisions.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational excellence principles preferred.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, organize, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Success Measures

• Safety performance and compliance
• Production attainment and schedule adherence
• Quality results and defect reduction
• Labor efficiency and cost management
• Employee engagement and retention
• Continuous improvement implementation
• Training and workforce development
• Departmental housekeeping and organization

Compensation Range:

$74,600.00-117,260.00

*Actual pay will vary based on qualifications and other factors

Equal Employment Opportunity

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Reasonable Accommodations

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at [e-mail].