Manufacturing Superintendent

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A leader in the metals industry is launching a new manufacturing operation in Knoxville, TN, and is looking for a Manufacturing Superintendent to help build and lead this flagship facility. This position is open to a candidate looking for the next step in their career as senior leadership will be spending the first 6-12 months onsite to help this individual learn the industry.

This isn't a mature plant where you're expected to simply maintain the status quo. This leadership position will play a key role in helping ramp up a new operation, hire and develop a team, and work alongside experienced leaders to establish a world-class culture centered around safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The goal is for this plant to be a two shift operation with approximately 20 people.

Why This Opportunity?

• Help launch and build a new manufacturing facility
• Work directly with experienced operations leaders who believe in coaching, developing, and leading from the floor
• Significant visibility within the company's growing business unit
• Opportunity to help build the culture, team, and operational foundation from the ground up
• Strong long-term career growth potential
• Competitive compensation, bonus, relocation assistance if needed, and outstanding benefits beginning on day one

What You'll Do:

• Lead daily manufacturing operations with an emphasis on safety, quality, productivity, and employee development
• Partner with the Safety Manager to promote and maintain an industry-leading safety culture
• Set production priorities and ensure the efficient flow of material through the facility
• Coach, mentor, and develop hourly employees while fostering a positive, team-oriented culture
• Conduct employee evaluations and address performance and development opportunities
• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and training new team members
• Direct production reporting and monitor key performance metrics including safety, labor, quality, cost, and output
• Lead by example and maintain a hands-on presence on the plant floor
• Help support startup activities, process improvements, and plant ramp-up initiatives
• Manage departmental performance with accountability for production, quality, customer service, labor, and cost objectives
• Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and oversize site financial performance
• Work closely with operations leadership to replicate best practices and build a scalable operation

We're Looking For Someone Who Is:

• Hands-on and comfortable spending time on the plant floor
• Passionate about building a strong safety culture
• Curious and mechanically inclined
• Able to make decisions under pressure
• Comfortable in a startup environment without having structure handed to them
• Willing to roll up their sleeves and help wherever needed

Requirements:

• 3+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing, industrial operations, heavy production environments, or related industries
• Strong communication and employee development skills
• Experience supervising hourly employees and setting clear expectations
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to interact positively with employees, customers, vendors, and leadership
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Bilingual Spanish skills are a plus
• Mechanical and/or electrical aptitude preferred
• Experience troubleshooting electrical controls, PLCs, motors, drives, and industrial equipment is beneficial, but deep technical expertise is not required

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary plus annual bonus opportunity
• Relocation assistance for non-local candidates
• Day one medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Day one PTO and vacation
• 4.5% company match 401(k)
• $500 annual lifestyle benefit
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and advancement opportunities