Plant Superintendent

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart. 

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

The Plant Superintendent will be located onsite in Minden, LA and reports to the Director of Operations. This role is needed for a PSM and DoD regulated energetic materials and explosives manufacturing operation supporting defense and aerospace customers and is responsible for leading daily production operations to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing performance while meeting production, quality, and regulatory requirements.

In this role, the essential functions are:

• Lead and oversee day-to-day production operations and maintenance across all shifts by directing Production Supervisors and operators and ensuring alignment with the production plan

• Ensure production schedules, staffing levels, and resource requirements are met to support safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing output

• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, ensuring strict adherence to SOPs, explosive-handling requirements, and all regulatory and company standards

• Partner with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and EHS to resolve operational issues, minimize downtime, and ensure consistent product quality and delivery

• Monitor production performance, analyze KPIs, and drive improvements in throughput, efficiency, and cost

• Lead and support incident investigations and root cause analyses, ensuring timely and effective corrective actions are implemented

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S, waste reduction, and process optimization to enhance operational performance

• Coach and develop Production Supervisors, support workforce training and cross-training efforts, and contribute to performance management and staffing decisions

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• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related technical field with 5 years of experience in manufacturing or industrial operations OR 15 years of relevant experience in chemical manufacturing in lieu of a degree

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, production planning, and process improvement within an industrial or high-hazard environment

• Experience leading and coordinating production activities across multiple shifts, including staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation

• Demonstrated ability to lead incident investigations, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions

• Proven leadership, communication, and coaching skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and frontline supervisors

• Experience leading production operations, projects, or initiatives with measurable impact on safety, quality, and throughput

• 2+ years of experience managing teams of supervisors and operators in a manufacturing environment, with responsibility for performance management and development

• Ability to operate as a key member of site leadership, aligning production and maintenance execution with business objectives, safety requirements, and operational priorities

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Experience in explosives, energetic materials, or PSM regulated manufacturing environments

• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification (e.g., Green Belt or higher)

Travel, Physical and/or Government Mandated Requirements:

• Travel up to 2%, including the possibility of overnights within the USA

• Ability to lift, move or carry items or equipment up to 50 pounds

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl for extended periods in an outdoor industrial environment

• Ability to obtain and maintain State and Federal explosives licenses

• Candidates must meet all eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain applicable state and federal explosives licenses, including minimum age requirements (21 and over), a drug-free workplace in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 (41 U.S.C. §§ 8101–8106), Executive Order 12564 (Drug-Free Federal Workplace), applicable Department of Defense directives including DoD Instruction 1010.09 and DFARS 252.226-7003 and successful completion of any legally required background investigations.

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

The good faith base salary range for this role is $80,000 – $120,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company, and many benefits paid at 100% for employees

• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll

• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 4% to help you build long-term financial security

• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being

• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources

• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission driven environment

Voyager 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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The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.