Production Superintendent - Titanium Divison, Ogden, UT

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Position Summary

Responsible for the planning, management and coordination of the front or back end manufacturing operation. This entails the development of monthly and weekly production schedules. Responsible for the safe manufacture of a quality product with minimal scrap or rework while meeting customer specifications. Establishes and maintains budgets for the areas supervised. Responsible for manpower planning in areas of supervision. Directs and monitors production; this involves delegation of authority of Area Managers, Supervisors and/or Production Supervisors, as well as Engineering staff.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Manages staff of front-line production supervisors and operators.

Develop manufacturing plans and maintain production schedules.

Supervise allocation of material, manpower and equipment resources.

Ensure adherence to process control procedures, operating instructions, and all quality control instructions.

Responsible for the safe manufacturing of quality product with minimal scrap or rework, while meeting customer specifications and delivery commitments.

Ensure that the legal requirements and company safety policies are enforced.

Establish and execute annual operating budgets for area of responsibility. Responsible to make or beat the budget. Take appropriate action to correct deviations from budgets or operating plans.

Prepare and review budget allocations and ensure profitable operation of plant, including cost reduction programs.

Formulate long and short-range strategies for continuous improvements for all plant manufacturing functions.

Control quality, delivery, cost of production, work in process levels, and monitors production through manufacturing planning.

Recommend and purchase new equipment for expansion, efficiency, cost reductions, quality or improvement.

Maintain and enhance a team environment and motivates the production workforce.

Maintain favourable employee relations through interaction with the Human Resources Manager.

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Experience & Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration highly preferred

7 - 10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing, engineering, operations or material management. Aerospace highly preferred

At least five years of experience in a leadership role

Required Skills

Understanding of manufacturing mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference

Problem solving and critical thinking; ability to solve problems using data and defined problem-solving methodologies; comfort with day-to-day use of Six Sigma and Theory of Constraints

Ability to communicate clearly with all levels of employees, management, vendors, and customers.

Ability to work with senior management as a business team. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.

Results oriented, ability to organize and coordinate diverse activity.

Desired Skills

Experience in investment casting a plus!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.