Production Plant Superintendent

Production Plant Superintendent – Piston Automotive – Wentzville, MO

Shift: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM (Monday‑Friday) with overtime opportunities.

Manages all activities related to operations and development of company products. As a key member of the Plant Leadership Team, this role drives continuous improvement, safeguards cost, quality, and delivery commitments, and coordinates manufacturing activities with all other functions and suppliers.

• Establishes production and quality‑control standards, develops budgets and cost controls, and monitors product order details.
• Develops and enforces operational budgets, ensuring performance targets are met.
• Ensures system adherence, including TS 16949 requirements.
• Fosters a collaborative environment that encourages active participation of all team members.
• Leads the facility in the Plant Manager’s absence.
• Creates and sustains a safe work environment throughout the entire plant.
• Develops manufacturing operations business plans covering program requirements, labor, cycle, production costs, and image.
• Guides the development of manufacturing process plans, including personnel, material, subcontract, facility, tooling, and equipment needs.
• Reviews production and operating reports, directing resolution of operational, manufacturing, and maintenance issues to minimize costs and prevent delays.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience as an Operations Supervisor or Manager, including ILVS/JIT/Broadcast environments.
• Eight years’ experience with Lean Manufacturing concepts (e.g., Toyota Production System) and TS 16949 quality processes.
• Strong leadership, independent thinking, excellent organizational planning, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience as a change agent and proficiency in problem‑solving methodologies (8D, 5 Why, etc.).

• Competitive wages with overtime opportunities
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible spending accounts and Health Savings Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vehicle and product discounts

Piston Automotive is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace. We give equal consideration to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. For questions about job opportunities or the application process, contact pist We are committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the job search and application process.