Plant Superintendent

About the Role

This position directs and prioritizes the work of a team of machine operators, assistants, and helpers within the converting department. The role ensures production schedules and customer requirements are met while maintaining safe, efficient, and profitable operations. The position provides hands-on leadership, monitors production performance and quality, supports employee development, and promotes a safe, proactive, and team-oriented work environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other departments to provide quality products via on-time delivery to bring value to internal and external customers.
• Ensure the wellbeing of self and all employees in the manufacturing facility and proactively address all safety concerns.
• Actively participate in the plant safety system and ensure environmental procedures/practices are being followed.
• Coordinate and lead daily activities of the converting department in the areas of safety, quality, and maintenance.
• Supervise employees in the everyday coordination, execution, and planning of operational efforts.
• Enhance the knowledge and continuing education of applicable personnel through mentoring, coaching, and development.
• Maintain positive relationships with plant management, supervisors, office, and operational employees.
• Actively pursue measures to reduce downtime on plant equipment, identify opportunities, and take measures to reduce waste.
• Work with maintenance staff to address machine needs in maintenance and lubrication.
• Use KPIs to measure results and communicate performance.
• Oversee the development of employees within the department to increase competency, understanding, and accountability for work performance.
• Lead training initiatives for designated employees.
• Serve as quality liaison for the crew.
• Schedule and coordinate vacations and proper staffing levels of the crew.
• Maintain well-documented paperwork for machine and operator efficiencies, end-of-shift reports, and disciplinary actions.

Requirements

• 3-5 years in a supervisor role within the corrugated industry (required).
• High school diploma required; 2- or 4-year degree preferred.
• Green Belt/Six Sigma certifications preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Amtech and/or CTI preferred.

Skills

• Must value safety as the top priority.
• Strong communication skills and ability to handle difficult situations.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and an annual bonus program.
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, etc.).
• Paid training and development opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture focused on employee empowerment and growth.