Career Opportunity > Senior Production Supervisor in Ponca City, OK
Company will assist with relocation process
Do you have experience as a supervisor in a manufacturing environment? You are the best problem-solver and you’re looking for a place with great human values and outstanding benefits? Then this career opportunity is for you!
We are constantly growing, and to help us reach our goals, we are continuously looking for passionate people to join our company.
For over 40 years, we have been manufacturing garage doors to meet the industry’s highest standards. As a growing, family owned company, we are known for the reliability and quality of our products as well as the impeccable service provided by our employees.
Your Day to Day: Garaga Mid-America is looking for a Senior production supervisor 2nd shift for its plant in Ponca City, OK. You will not just be someone who supervises the work of others. You will be responsible for coaching, resolving issues and serving as a link between subordinates and upper management.
JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Senior Production Supervisor will play a key role in guiding and training employees. He/She will be well-versed in processes under the role’s responsibility and will be results-driven and focused. The goal is to ensure that operations are carried out productively to ensure profitability and sustainable growth.
- Start date: As soon as possible
- Number of positions to fill: 1
- Position: Full-time, Permanent, 2nd shift
- Compensation: Based on experience
- Work Schedule: Monday to Friday
- Garaga’s Mid-America manufacturing plant: Ponca City, OK
We can assist you with the relocation process!
Our Senior Production Supervisor Responsibilities:
- Set goals for performance and deadlines in ways that comply with company’s plans and vision and communicate them to subordinates.
- Organize workflow and ensure that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks.
- Monitor employee productivity and provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Receive complaints and resolve problems.
- Maintain and approve employee timesheets.
- Pass on information from upper management to employees and vice versa.
- Prepare and submit performance reports.
- Decide on reward and promotion based on performance.
- Assist HR in the selection of new hires.
- Provide input on the hiring and training new employees.
- Ensure adherence to legal and company policies and procedures and undertake disciplinary actions if the need arises.
- Will serve a senior leader on second shift providing feedback and coaching as appropriate for all hourly and salary second shift team members.
- Must be a self-starter and willing to do what is necessary to ensure safety, quality, and productivity goals are met.
- Data driven leader with a continuous improvement mindset to challenge status quo.
- Other duties as assigned.
The Qualifications and Skills We Are Looking for in our Senior Production Supervisor
- 5 years of manufacturing experience.
- BS/BA in management or relevant discipline preferred.
- Proven experience as supervisor or relevant role.
- Familiarity with company policies and legal guidelines of the field.
- Ability to learn a variety of job descriptions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Outstanding organizational and leadership skills.
- Good knowledge of MS applications.
Physical Demands
- Frequent walking, standing, stooping, and reaching throughout the day.
- Requires good eye-hand coordination and ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
- Occasionally requires lifting 20 to 30 lbs. and may require some twisting.
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Senior Production Supervisor in Ponca City, OK
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GARAGA & MID-AMERICA, The Advantages That Come with A Just‑Big‑Enough Company, and the Cohesion, Respect & Fellowship of a Small Enough Team.
The Best of Both Worlds.
Just Big Enough!
Strength in numbers and experience! The Great Garaga Team is 1500 people and 4 facilities. A family business that has been thinking big for over 40 years.
We are constantly improving. Welcoming people who have developed tools and methods to integrate people on a personal level.
A company culture of generosity, respect and recognition.
BECAUSE WE CARE ABOUT YOUR HAPPINESS – NOW AND IN THE FUTURE
Generous HEALTH & WELLNESS BENEFITS: 401(k), 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Disability insurance, Employee assistance program, Flexible spending account, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Referral program, Vision insurance.
A GROWING company: Our sales and production are going well. No slow down. No part‑time jobs. Year-round jobs.
But Small Enough to Care!
To build relationships, have fun, advancement possibilities, and challenges. We know you as a person.
We are looking forward to getting to know you. Our Management Team is committed to helping you with your new duties.
DESIGNED FOR YOUR HAPPINESS AND WELL-BEING EVERY DAY
Strong team work ethics: Our management team is open to coaching and guidance on developing positive employee relations. Our head office gives us the budget, the tools, and the space we need to get things done and to develop friendly relationships both in the office and with customers.
Top-notch digital tools: Everything at Garaga is designed to help people do their jobs well. In the plant as well as in the office. An ERP integrating all the steps of ordering from suppliers. Extranet with quoting and ordering for dealers. Automatic production start-ups. We've been fine-tuning our systems for 20 years now.
IMPORTANT: Diversity. Inclusivity. Collaboration. Garaga is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
