Production Superintendent

We are seeking a Production Superintendent to lead our plant operations in Ponca City, OK. This role is responsible for overseeing production activities to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing of food products. The Superintendent will direct and develop supervisors, optimize production schedules, and maintain compliance with USDA, food safety, and company standards.

If you are an experienced production leader with strong management skills and a passion for safety and quality, this is an excellent opportunity to grow with a respected company.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage production teams to achieve efficiency, safety, and quality goals.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, USDA regulations, and food safety protocols.
• Monitor daily production reports, inventory, and product flow across shifts.
• Provide leadership, training, and performance feedback to supervisors.
• Optimize the use of manpower, equipment, and resources to meet production schedules.
• Support company planning through budgeting, capital expenditure recommendations, and process improvement initiatives.
• Communicate effectively across departments and shifts to drive continuous improvement.
• Promote a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.

Must Have Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive managerial experience in production, manufacturing, or food processing.
• Experience leading and developing production supervisors and teams.
• Strong knowledge of safety, USDA, and food safety standards.
• Proven ability to plan, schedule, and optimize production processes.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate between shifts and departments.
• Ability to work 2nd shift (4 PM-2 AM) and weekends as required.
• Physically able to stand for long periods, lift up to 25 lbs, and work in hot/cold and noisy environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Meat Science, Business, or related field.
• Experience with budgeting, capital projects, and cost optimization.
• Familiarity with McDonald's or major food service production standards.
• Background in process improvement and waste reduction initiatives.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary + bonus program.
• Overtime pay for the 6th day worked.
• Strong focus on employee safety and training.
• Opportunity to lead a team in a well-established food manufacturing environment.
• Career growth with a company committed to quality and continuous improvement.