Superintendent, Operations 2nd Shift

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced, high-caliber Production Superintendent to lead second-shift operations at our USDA-regulated Ready-to-Eat (RTE) manufacturing plant in Ponca City, OK. This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership role executing plant floor operations, driving manufacturing efficiencies, and mentoring frontline supervisors.

The ideal candidate possesses deep regulatory fluency in USDA RTE standards and a proven track record of maintaining strict production metrics under pressure. If you are a decisive operations leader who thrives on the plant floor and excels at continuous improvement, this role offers an impactful opportunity to drive operational excellence.

• Operational Leadership:
  Direct daily 2nd shift production activities on a live, high-volume manufacturing floor, ensuring seamless handoffs between shifts.
• Performance Metrics:
  Own and maintain a minimum 93% production efficiency rating by optimizing labor utilization, equipment uptime, and inventory control.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  Ensure absolute adherence to USDA regulations, food safety protocols, QA standards, and compliance documentation from day one.
• Team Development:
  Direct, mentor, and evaluate frontline production supervisors, actively cultivating leadership capabilities, accountability, and safety compliance. [
• Cost & Waste Control:
  Manage shift budgets, control operational costs, and execute continuous improvement initiatives to minimize ingredient and material waste.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  Partner closely with the maintenance team to troubleshoot equipment issues in real time and maximize machinery uptime.

• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 3+ years of progressive leadership experience (Superintendent or senior General Supervisor level) specifically within a USDA Ready-to-Eat (RTE) food manufacturing facility.
• Regulatory Expertise:
  Complete, autonomous fluency in USDA requirements, food safety audits, and regulatory documentation. Non-RTE or commercial baking backgrounds will not match the required regulatory scope.
• Accountability:
  Proven experience managing plant-level scheduling, staffing models, and hard efficiency KPIs under tight budgetary parameters.
• Work Environment:
  Ability to work standard 2nd shift hours (4:00 PM â 11:00 PM) and stand/walk for extended periods on a loud, temperature-controlled production floor.

Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder
. Visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future.