Production Superintendent / Production ManagerLocation: Berlin, NJ Job Type: Full-Time Work Model: OnsiteThe Production Superintendent / Production Manager is responsible for leading manufacturing operations, finished product quality, raw material management, workforce development, and continuous improvement initiatives within a 24/7 manufacturing environment. This leadership role oversees production supervisors, engineers, process technicians, and a large hourly workforce while ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations aligned with company performance goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong manufacturing leadership experience, operational problem-solving skills, Lean manufacturing expertise, and the ability to drive accountability and operational excellence within a high-volume industrial production environment.Key ResponsibilitiesManufacturing Operations LeadershipLead manufacturing operations for a single-line 24/7 production environmentOversee product manufacturing, finished product quality, raw material management, and production workforce performanceEnsure production goals, quality standards, and operational targets are achievedSupport facility operations and plant leadership initiativesTeam Leadership & Workforce DevelopmentLead and develop production supervisors, engineers, process engineering technicians, and hourly manufacturing workforceManage staffing, performance evaluations, pay reviews, hiring, and corrective actionsDevelop workforce training and skill development plansFoster accountability, engagement, and operational discipline across production teamsContinuous Improvement & Operational ExcellenceDrive Lean manufacturing and 5S initiativesIdentify and implement continuous improvement opportunitiesAnalyze KPIs and operational performance metricsImprove productivity, material usage, machine uptime, cost control, and process efficiencyLead structured problem-solving and corrective action initiativesProduction Planning & CompliancePlan and schedule manufacturing activities for maximum productivityEnsure compliance with safety standards, OSHA requirements, environmental regulations, and company operational policiesMaintain product quality standards and operational consistencyCross-Functional CollaborationPartner closely with plant leadership, process engineering, manufacturing engineering, and technical teamsBalance production execution with process optimization initiativesSupport plant-wide operational improvement strategiesMust-Have QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Engineering, Management, or related fieldMinimum 5 years of operational leadership experience within a manufacturing environmentExperience leading manufacturing operations within 24/7 production environmentsStrong leadership and supervisory experienceExperience managing large hourly production teamsStrong understanding of manufacturing KPIs, continuous improvement, Lean manufacturing, 5S methodologies, and operational troubleshootingWorking knowledge of SAP or ERP systemsProficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPointStrong communication, accountability, and problem-solving skillsPreferred QualificationsExperience within building materials or industrial manufacturing environmentsExperience leading production ramp-up or operational transformation initiativesStrong process optimization and workforce development backgroundExperience partnering closely with engineering and technical teamsCore SkillsManufacturing Operations LeadershipProduction Management24/7 Manufacturing OperationsLean Manufacturing5S ImplementationContinuous ImprovementKPI ManagementWorkforce DevelopmentSAP / ERP SystemsProcess OptimizationSafety & OSHA ComplianceIndustrial ManufacturingCross-Functional LeadershipOperational Excellence