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Plant Superintendent

Plant Superintendent

JGMReading, PA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : About JGM

Do you want to work for a construction company unlike any other? At JGM, we challenge the industrys status quo. Known as the team that delivers When You Need It Yesterday, weve built a culture around safety, quality, and speed.

At JGM, were more than a company-were a family. Working side by side, we support one another, building trust by knowing we can count on each other. Driven by our core values, mission, and purpose, we stay focused on our vision for the future. The result? A team environment that fuels exceptional employee satisfaction, which in turn drives extraordinary client experience and continued company growth.

The only question is : Are you ready to join our growing family and be part of something truly special?

Be an integral part of the JGM family by living our core values :

  • We Plan. We Adapt. We Succeed.
  • Uncompromising Safety & Quality.
  • Family is Our Foundation.
  • Create Value Through Better Solutions.
  • Whatever it Takes.
  • Commitment to Self-improvement.

Our Purpose (FOREVER) : Develop Elite Leaders Today, So We Can Build Tomorrows Future

Our Vision (ONE DAY) : Driven to be the Safest, Fastest, and Most Effective Industrial Construction & Fabrication Partner in North America

Our Mission (TODAY) : Solve Our Clients Toughest Challenges with Safety and Quality Top of Mind

Position Overview

The Plant Superintendent is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and operational management of JGMs structural steel fabrication facility. Reporting to the Fabrication General Manager, this role ensures the safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution of all shop activities, including production scheduling, workforce management, quality control, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Superintendent drives alignment of plant performance with project deadlines and company objectives, while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and excellence.

Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

  • Lead a culture of safety-first, ensuring 100% compliance with JGM safety policies, OSHA standards, and industry regulations.
  • Conduct daily safety huddles, near-miss reporting, and monthly audits.
  • Partner with EHS staff to enforce safety procedures, training, and corrective actions.
  • Production & Scheduling

  • Manage daily and weekly production schedules to meet project delivery dates.
  • Oversee earned hours, throughput, and resource allocation to achieve plant goals.
  • Optimize workflow by minimizing downtime, bottlenecks, and rework.
  • Utilize fabrication management software (e.g., Tekla PowerFab) for planning and progress tracking.
  • Leadership & Workforce Development

  • Provide direct leadership to supervisors, leadmen, and fabrication teams.
  • Recruit, train, and develop skilled tradespeople across welder, fitter, and machinist levels.
  • Conduct performance reviews, coaching, and disciplinary actions where required.
  • Promote a team-oriented culture, emphasizing accountability, craftsmanship, and continuous learning.
  • Quality Control

  • Ensure compliance with AISC, AWS D1.1, D1.5 and other customer specifications.
  • Collaborate with Quality Control team to inspect work, document results, and resolve quality issues.
  • Establish and enforce corrective action procedures for non-conformance.
  • Resource & Asset Management

  • Oversee use of materials, consumables, and shop equipment to ensure efficiency and cost control.
  • Coordinate with Maintenance to ensure preventive maintenance programs are executed.
  • Identify and recommend equipment upgrades, tooling needs, and process improvements.
  • Continuous Improvement

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, reduce waste, and increase productivity.
  • Monitor and analyze shop performance metrics; recommend corrective actions.
  • Champion innovation in processes, technology, and training to maintain industry-leading standards.
  • Reporting & Communication

  • Provide daily and weekly production reports to the Fabrication General Manager.
  • Communicate effectively with Estimating and Project management, align shop output with project priorities.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for all fabrication shop operations.

    Qualifications

  • 710 years of structural steel fabrication experience, including at least 5 years in a supervisory or superintendent-level role.
  • Strong knowledge of AISC standards, AWS and quality control requirements.
  • Proven ability to grow and lead and motivate a diverse workforce from presently 15 to a future state of 40+ employees.
  • Proficiency with fabrication scheduling and shop management software (e.g., Tekla PowerFab, FabTrol, STRUMIS).
  • Demonstrated experience , mindset, and culture of continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Commitment to JGMs values.
  • Performance Metrics

    Success in this role will be measured by :

  • Safety performance (TRIR, good catch, compliance audits)
  • Production efficiency (earned vs. planned hours, throughput rates)
  • Quality performance (rework rates, inspection pass rates)
  • Workforce development (employee retention, training progressions, skill advancement)
  • On-time delivery of fabricated steel to projects
  • Physical Requirements

    The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Requires prolonged walking, standing, sitting, bending, squatting, stooping, climbing, regular lifting and carrying to move up to 50 lbs., talking, hearing, reaching, feeling, grasping, and push / pulling.
  • Must be able to work in various weather conditions / temperatures.
  • Regular mental and visual attention much or all the time with manual coordination.
  • General office environment conditions.
  • Flexibility required to travel.
  • JGM offers a competitive wageand benefit package :

  • Participate in the companys yearly performance bonus program
  • Medical, Vision & Dental
  • PTO & Holidays
  • 401(k) + Matching
  • Life Insurance
  • Short / Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Generous Referral Program
  • Training and Further Education
  • This job description is subject to change based on the needs of the business and is not all-inclusive.

    JGM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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