Production Superintendent

Kaiser Aluminum
Newark, OH

Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality. Our secret is what we put into it—innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and a world-class commitment to customer service. In short, the same qualities we look for in our people. We are looking for a Production Superintendent to join the Kaiser Aluminum team in Newark Ohio!


The Superintendent is responsible for daily and weekly operational planning, in order to meet the operational needs of the business; while promoting and creating a safe culture, and ensuring on time delivery is met.


What you will be supporting:

  • Set and manage Production Supervisor targets.
  • Participate in plant daily and strategical meetings.
  • Manage Production Supervisors to ensure safety, quality, and production goals and objectives are met.
  • Effective use of plant resources, manpower, inventory, and consumables.
  • Coordinate activities to ensure efficient production operations in order to meet customer due dates and labor efficiency.
  • Manage completion of reports for safety, quality and production.
  • Manage hourly and salaried training systems and needs.
  • Coordination of outages with Maintenance and Production Scheduling.
  • Coordination with Maintenance of PM and repair scheduling.


What you will bring to the position:

  • Undergraduate technical degree (BSME preferred).
  • Five (5) plus years of supervisor experience preferably in manufacturing.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Computer skills, including Windows, Word, and Excel.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing software.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and organizational skills.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management.
  • Proven ability to work, motivate and manage teams.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Knowledge of metal industry and associated business processes are highly preferred.
  • Lean Manufacturing knowledge is preferred.


We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.


About Kaiser Aluminum: Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing an inclusive culture.




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