Plant Superintendent

Hilco Vision is a global eye care company that combines brands including Bruder® Healthcare dry eye products, M&S Technologies® visual acuity systems, OnGuard® prescription safety frames, Croakies® Eyewear Retainers and B&S optical tools and lab supplies with a distribution and manufacturing platform serving eye care professionals in key global markets including, the USA, Canada, UK, Germany, Australia, China Belgium, and the Netherlands. Hilco Vision’s portfolio includes Prescription Safety, Lens care, Eyewear Accessories, Lab & Dispensing Products, Dry Eye Solutions, Vision Testing Equipment, Pharmaceuticals, and Diagnostic Exam & Surgical Supplies

Hilco Vision is seeking an experienced Plant Superintendent to assist and support the Plant Manager in all phases of plant operations.  They will utilize operational metrics to analyze productivity, identify issues, and achieve production goals. Troubleshoot operational, materials, equipment, and staffing problems and coordinate solutions. Implement plant safety and security inspections, auditing, and training procedures to meet OSHA and other required regulations. 

This role is a full-time on-site role on first shift at our Fairfield, OH location.

If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Qualifications:

• 3+ years’ experience working within a manufacturing and distribution environment.
• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, engineering, or a related field or equivalent.
• 1-3 years’ experience in a supervisory role.
• Proficient in MS office suite, basic understanding and working knowledge of a WMS and adaptable to new software and systems.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate with colleagues at all levels with poise and professionalism.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, manage teams.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain consistent and visible leadership presence on the shop floor.
• Reinforce quality standards and ensure adherence to customer requirements.

• Partner with the Plant Manager to maintain clear expectations and performance standards.
• Reinforce professional workplace standards and team accountability.
• Promote effective shift-to-shift communication and disciplined handoffs.

• Promote and enforce safe working practices.
• Ensure adherence to company safety policies and OSHA standards.
• Address unsafe behaviors or conditions promptly.
• Support structured production and distribution processes and data-informed decision-making.
• Assist in evaluating plant capacity based on scheduling inputs.
• Participate in workflow improvements, equipment optimization, and implementation of 5S and LEAN
• Help reinforce consistent operating standards.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing and distribution environment with heat, noise, and physical activity.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders as needed.
• Must actively engage in safe working practices.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 401K Savings plan
• Robust EAP program
• Employee referral bonus
• PPE provided by organization