Tyler Union- Plant Superintendent- Weekend Shift (Maintenance and Machining)

Tyler Union, a division of McWane, Inc, the nation's leading manufacturer of Ductile Iron Waterworks Fittings and Appurtenances is actively looking for a Plant Superintendent (Weekend shift) for it's main manufacturing facility located in Anniston, AL.

The Plant Superintendent general supervision of all aspects of daily plant operations on assigned shift to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality production. This role works closely with the production, maintenance, and shipping teams to improve productivity and communication across the manufacturing operation. Key responsibilities include supervising staff, managing production activities, enforcing safety, environmental, and quality standards, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring that team members are trained in respective roles. The superintendent serves as a key leader in aligning operational activities with organizational goals.

Proactively promotesThe McWane Wayprinciples, values, and behaviors and lives theCompass Culture.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, life, dental, and vision insurance, disability coverage, vacation, holiday pay, and a 401(k) plan.

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All candidates offered employment must submit to a drug screen, physical, and background check.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote and uphold The McWane Way principles, values, and behaviors.
• Adhere to safety protocols outline in the Tyler Union Safety Management Program.
• Assist supervisors and managers in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow ergonomic and safe lifting techniques.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any issues.

Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned.)

• Ensure seamless communication regarding scheduling and priorities is made with prior shift managers.
• Review established production schedules to meet inventory targets while maximizing efficiency.
• Coordinate the training of shift team members.
• Monitor processes, quality of work, efficiency, and output.
• Observe workers to ensure compliance with standards.
• Provide coaching and guidance to team members.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement.
• Foster a respectful and inclusive work environment.
• Encourage employee involvement and process control to improve quality and production standards.
• Provide leadership to supervisors, team leads, and team members.
• Review production orders and schedules to plan department operations.
• Prepare operational schedules and coordinate manufacturing activities to meet production and quality specifications.
• Compile, store and retrieve production data.
• Review production and operation reports and resolve issues and minimum costs and delays.

Managerial Responsibilities

Directly manage production leaders within a department producing ductile iron waterworks fittings. Carry out managerial responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of manufacturing or industrial experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Demonstrated organizational, communication, problem solving, and people skills.
• Knowledge of mechanical concepts and demonstrates ability to interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Proven experience supervising multi-disciplined teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Competencies

• Problem Solving:Identifies and resolves issues collaboratively; develops effective solutions.
• Communication:Speaks and writes clearly; presents data effectively; listens actively.
• Teamwork:Encourages feedback and collaboration; prioritizes team success.
• Leadership:Motivates and influences others; builds confidence and trust.
• Quality Management:Promotes accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Business Acumen:Aligns decisions with strategic goals; understands market dynamics.
• Cost Consciousness:Implements cost-saving measures; manages resources efficiently.
• Diversity & Ethics:Respects cultural differences; upholds ethical standards and EEO policies.
• Strategic Thinking:Develops and adapts strategies to meet organizational goals.
• EHS Commitment:Maintains a safe and compliant work environment.
• Innovation:Encourages creative thinking and process improvements.

Physical & Cognitive Abilities

• This role involves frequent physical activity, including climbing, walking, standing, stooping, balancing, and handling tools and materials. Employees must be able to lift to 50 pounds, as needed.
• The work environment varies between a standard office setting and a manufacturing plant. Plant conditions may include exposure to heat, cold, dust, and noise.
• Regular walks through the plant are required. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as needed, including safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and hard hats.
• Reasonable accommodation will be provided to support individuals with disabilities in performing essential job functions.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.