Superintendent

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®. With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities. For more information, visit  www.jameshardie.com . Summary The Operations Superintendent provides leadership and operational support across all aspects of extrusion manufacturing for deck and rail products. This role ensures safe, efficient, and high-quality production across multiple lines and shifts. Reporting to the Senior HMOS Lean Manager, the Superintendent serves as a key leader, coach, and mentor, reinforcing Lean Manufacturing principles and the Hardie™ Manufacturing Operating System (HMOS) to drive employee engagement, standardization, operational consistency, and overall performance improvement. What You’ll Do: Safety & Compliance Champion a ZERO Harm culture and ensure full compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies. Actively take part in and support safety meetings, audits, and incident investigations Enforce adherence to personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements and ensure the safe operation of all equipment. Continuous Improvement (Lean / HMOS Hardie Manufacturing Operating System) Coach and mentor leaders and frontline team members to strengthen and scale HMOS capabilities. Drive active engagement in the Daily Management System (DMS), including KPI tracking and tiered accountability meetings. Lead efforts to identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce scrap, and optimize costs. Reinforce standard work and promote process consistency across operations. Lead and take part in continuous improvement initiatives and structured problem-solving activities. Operations Leadership Support daily extrusion operations to ensure alignment with safety expectations, quality standards, and production targets. Monitor operational performance and collaborate with leadership and shop floor teams to maximize uptime and efficiency. Identify, escalate, and resolve production issues to support consistent output. Support workforce planning, including staffing, scheduling, and shift coordination. Team Leadership Lead, coach, and develop supervisors, cell leaders, and operators. Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Provide consistent performance feedback and coaching to team members. Support employee training, engagement, and…