Johns Manville

Production Superintendent

Johns Manville$104K — $143K *
Milan, OH 44846In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in management, engineering, or relevant field; equivalent experience considered.
  • Minimum of 5 years of operational leadership experience in a manufacturing context.
  • Strong supervisory and leadership abilities.
  • Proven problem-solving skills in process issues.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Experience in SAP or ERP systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily manufacturing operations with a focus on quality and efficiency.
  • Plan and coordinate work activities to enhance equipment utilization.
  • Monitor key operational metrics such as labor and material usage.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives in partnership with plant leadership.
  • Identify and resolve manufacturing and personnel challenges promptly.
  • Develop and mentor Production Supervisors and their teams.
  • Collaborate with other departments for strategic operational support.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • 401(k) plan with a company match.
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • Tuition reimbursement for qualifying educational programs.
  • Employee assistance program for personal and family support.
  • Diversity and inclusion initiatives to foster an inclusive workplace.
Full Job Description
$104,300.00-$143,400.00 Annual

This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire.   Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus. 

At Johns Manville, our Production Superintendent is a critical leadership role in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for leading production teams in a 24-hour manufacturing environment, driving performance, developing employees, and achieving operational excellence across safety, quality, productivity, and cost objectives.

If you're a hands-on manufacturing leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys mentoring teams while solving complex operational challenges, we'd love to hear from you.

Your Day-to-Day:

  • Lead daily manufacturing operations, product quality, and raw material management across multiple production lines.
  • Plan, schedule, and coordinate work activities to maximize equipment utilization and operational efficiency.
  • Monitor operational metrics and performance indicators, including labor utilization, material usage, machine downtime, and production costs.
  • Partner with plant leadership to drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement sustainable process enhancements.
  • Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve manufacturing, process, and personnel challenges while implementing corrective actions.
  • Lead and develop Production Supervisors and their teams, promoting safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency
  • Plan, schedule, and coordinate work activities to maximize equipment utilization and operational efficiency.
  • Serve as a key member of the leadership team, working closely with engineering, maintenance, and other teams to run production and solve problems
  • Collaborate with plant leadership and corporate leadership to support strategic goals and operational excellence.
  • Coach and mentor employees, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and growth

What You Bring to the Team:

  • Bachelor's degree in management, engineering or relevant field with a minimum of 5 years operational leadership experience in a manufacturing environment. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
  • Strong supervisory and leadership skills
  • Proven ability to diagnose solve process issues
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven ability to work partner with Plant Leadership team
  • Demonstrated ability to lead change and implement continuous improvement
  • Working knowledge and understanding of SAP or ERP systems
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Manages a staff of 110+ hourly employees and 4 salaried supervisors, setting direction and deploys resources. Responsible for performance evaluations, pay reviews, hiring, and terminating.
  • May be required to lift, carry, push or pull up to and including 25 pounds
  • Minimal travel required 0 – 10 days per year
  • Work environment is typical of a manufacturing facility; may be exposed to environmental conditions of cold, heat, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, heights, dust mist gas fumes, extensive walking or climbing, etc.

Please Keep in Mind

If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.

Benefits

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Johns Manville supports employee growth with vast educational opportunities and a company-wide mentoring program. This program pairs employees and leaders to grow skills, build stronger internal networks and strengthen the company’s succession planning process. Johns Manville also offers soft and hard skills training facilitated by internal and external presenters. Our talent management team prioritizes the holistic growth of our workforce.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.

About Johns Manville

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. The company serves markets that include aerospace, automotive and transportation, building insulation, commercial roofing, energy, industrial, and residential construction. Johns Manville has a global presence with 7,000 employees and 44 manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe and China. The company was founded in 1858 and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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Founded
1858

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