Find & Apply For Print Bindery / Finishing Worker Jobs in Elmira, New York

Company DescriptionKennedy Valve, a member of the McWane family of companies, is a gray and ductile iron foundry and computerized machining and assembly company. We have been an active community partner in Elmira, New York, for over 125 years.

People providing peace of mind water solutions.

To save lives, resources, and property by supplying the best waterworks and fire protection products in the world.

Our culture is important to us and forms the foundation for everything we do. Successful Team Members will embrace and perform in accordance with our following core values:

Safety:

People First

• Step UpEnvironment: Protect Our Communities
• Keep It CleanLeadership: I am Always On Stage
• First Manage My Own Words & BehaviorsAccountability: Lead Myself Well
• Own It, Correct It, Learn From It, Move OnExcellence: Always Working To Be Better
• Value & Add ValueTrust: The Speed Of Trust
• Build, Don't BreakTeamwork: Help Each Other Be Great
• Win TogetherCommunication: Clear, Candid, & Constructive
• Right Words, Right Time, Right Way

WHY KENNEDY VALVE?

Kennedy Valve offers great wages and robust benefits packages, as well as stability and a sense of team! Highly Competitive Salary

• $73,238
• 90,471Paid Vacation12

Paid Holidays and Paid Sick LeaveRetirement:

401(k) & Roth with company match optionsEducational Reimbursement after one year of serviceEmployer-paid life insurance with the option to supplementComprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental plan options Job DescriptionSUMMARY The Finishing Supervisor is a frontline manufacturing leader responsible for the safe, efficient, and disciplined execution of production operations within a union manufacturing environment. This position provides direct leadership, accountability, and operational oversight for assigned production areas while ensuring adherence to production schedules, quality standards, labor expectations, and safety requirements. The Supervisor is expected to maintain a strong daily presence on the production floor and serve as the primary owner of execution within their assigned area. This role is responsible for driving schedule attainment, labor efficiency, escalation discipline, operational stability, and workforce accountability through active floor leadership, structured communication, and visible performance management. The Finishing Supervisor leads and holds accountable assigned Team Members while establishing a culture of safety ownership, operational discipline, teamwork, and continuous improvement. This role is expected to provide clear direction, maintain consistent follow-up, reinforce standards, and address performance concerns in a timely and professional manner.

DUTIES AND

RESPONSIBILITIESCoordinate staffing assignments and labor balancing to support production requirements and operational efficiencyEnsure production boards, operational metrics, and shift performance information remain accurate and visibly maintained throughout the shiftMaintain strong floor communication with Scheduling, Maintenance, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to support uninterrupted operational flowDrive accountability to standard work, operating procedures, production discipline, and escalation expectations Production Execution & Operational LeadershipLead daily production execution for assigned finishing operations and ensure adherence to production schedules, priorities, and delivery requirementsMaintain active and visible leadership presence on the production floor throughout the shiftDrive schedule attainment, labor utilization, throughput, and operational stability within assigned areasMonitor production flow and proactively identify, escalate, and resolve operational constraints impacting safety, quality, delivery, or productivityLead daily startup meetings and structured floor communication processes to align Team Members to daily priorities, safety expectations, and operational goalsEnsure timely escalation of equipment, staffing, quality, material, or process issues that threaten schedule executionDevelop and execute recovery plans when production falls behind schedule Safety & Quality LeadershipEnforce all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirementsLead daily safety huddles, safety conversations, and area safety auditsMaintain a clean, organized, and safe production environmentEnsure all quality standards, inspection requirements, and process controls are consistently followedPartner with Quality and Manufacturing Engineering to contain, investigate, and resolve defects, scrap, rework, or process-related quality concernsReview and address scrap, downtime, and operational losses daily to identify trends and corrective actionsHold Team Members accountable to safety expectations, quality standards, and compliance requirementsTeam Leadership & AccountabilityDirectly lead and manage unionized hourly Team Members within assigned operationsEstablish clear daily expectations for safety, quality, productivity, and operational performanceProvide consistent floor leadership, communication, coaching, and follow-up to Team Members throughout the shiftHold Team Members accountable to work standards, safety expectations, operational discipline, and production performance requirementsAdminister attendance tracking, corrective action, documentation, and disciplinary procedures in accordance with company policy and labor agreementsSupport workforce flexibility through cross-training and skill development initiativesPromote a culture of accountability, urgency, teamwork, continuous improvement, and operational disciplineRecognize performance gaps and take timely action to correct behaviors, reinforce expectations, and improve team executionContinuous Improvement & Operational DisciplineSupport and participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, throughput, labor efficiency, and waste reductionIdentify recurring operational issues and partner with leadership and support functions to implement corrective actionsUtilize operational metrics and visual management systems to monitor performance and drive accountabilityParticipate in audits, inspections, and operational reviews as requiredMaintain accurate production, downtime, staffing, and operational records Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Performance in this role will be evaluated based on leadership effectiveness and operational execution across the following primary categories: Safety & ComplianceSafety performance and incident preventionAdherence to safety procedures and regulatory requirementsHousekeeping, audit readiness, and operational disciplineOperational ExecutionSchedule attainment and delivery performanceLabor efficiency and staffing effectivenessDowntime reduction and escalation responsivenessOperational stability and adherence to production prioritiesQuality & Continuous ImprovementScrap, rework, and quality performanceProcess adherence and standard work executionParticipation in corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor's degree in manufacturing, industrial technology, or related field preferredMinimum of 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role, preferably in a manufacturing environmentStrong understanding of machining, mechanical assembly, and production workflowsFamiliarity with lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement principlesWorking knowledge of safety standards and OSHA regulations in an industrial settingAbility to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work instructionsProficient in using computer applications including MS Office and production tracking systems (ERP/MES)Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage hourly production Team MembersEffective problem-solving and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environmentExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExperience working in a union environment (preferred, if applicable)Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings or weekends, as needed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK

ENVIRONMENTAbility to frequently stand, walk, and move throughout the production floor for extended periods of timeMust be able to occasionally bend, stoop, reach, and climb stairs or ladders as requiredAbility to lift, carry, and move items up to 50 pounds occasionallyMust be able to tolerate working in a manufacturing environment, including exposure to noise, dust, grease, heat, and varying temperaturesUse of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toed shoes, and other gear as required by the work areaAbility to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, or weekends to support multiple shifts or production demandsVisual acuity to read blueprints, reports, and computer screens and to inspect parts and materialsAbility to communicate clearly and effectively in a loud production environmentAdditional Information

LIMITATIONS AND

DISCLAIMERThe above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with federal, state, or local law. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Kennedy Valve Co. is a drug-free workplace and reserves the right to perform substance abuse testing as needed. Kennedy Valve is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. Kennedy Valve will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (IL

• sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (IA
• gender identity), (CA
• gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL

• sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA
• gender identity), (In CA
• gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.