Paint Manufacturing Engineer Supervisor - Ditch Witch

The Toro Company · Perry, OK

Level: Supervisor
Team: Manufacturing
Base pay: $80k–$101k
Degree: Required
Experience asked: 8+ years
Industry: Industrial
Posted: Today

The role in 30 seconds

A supervisor manufacturing role at The Toro Company (industrial) in Perry, OK. It is not common to be hired at or near the top of the range; compensation.

They ask for: 8+ years · degree required
Tools it names: Lean, Time studies, Tooling, SAP
Base pay: $80k–$101k

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 2026

Production Supervisor roles in Oklahoma: typical posted base $86k–$101k. This one lists $80k–$101k.

Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 9 production supervisor openings in Oklahoma, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Oklahoma plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 769 other live manufacturing postings in the US.

Base pay: In line with similar roles
Experience asked: More than usual (8+ vs 3+)

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ Team leadership 48%
✓ Tooling 39%
CNC 32%
Machining 30%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Time studies, SAP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 8+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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Promotion path mentioned

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Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at The Toro Company
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
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This plant: The Toro Company in Perry

2 other open roles at this site.

Product Quality Specialist · Quality · Specialist
Lead CNC Maintenance Technician, Night Shift - Ditch Witch · Reliability · Technician

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requirements

and capital expenditures to maintain technological changes should be investigated and justified.

✓Control the operating budgets of all supplies and operating accounts, (labor, paint, chemicals, repair).
✓Stay current with all environmental issues as associated with paint finishing, air emissions, and hazardous waste. Aide in filing appropriate reports with the E.P.A., D.N.R., and other regulatory agencies.
✓Ensure appropriate inventories are maintained for consumables, repair parts, and supplies.
✓Complete training of all personnel as to function of equipment, safe handling of chemicals and paint, also, computer skills necessary to maintain functional performance.
✓Review and follow up of Q.C. performance testing and analysis.
✓Monitor all operating parameters of the pretreatment and paint system on an agreed upon frequency, take necessary action when appropriate, display results.
✓Maintain outstanding housekeeping 100% of the time.
✓Troubleshoot necessary processes to maintain uptime and minimize quality deviations.
✓Maintain accurate MSDS inventory sheets as it affects the Right-To-Know act.
✓Work closely with production, engineering, and maintenance departments for operational assistance and direction.
✓Work with outside suppliers to assist in providing improvements and latest technologies in finishing quality and operation.
✓Maintain all paint SOP’s.
✓Develop and maintain all paint production tooling.

Note: The

responsibilities

and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company.

What Do You Need?

◆Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.
◆Paint Manufacturing Engineer Supervisor II, 5-8 years of experience in manufacturing systems, equipment, processes, tooling, and work measurement.
◆Paint Manufacturing Engineer Supervisor I, 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing systems, equipment, processes, tooling, and work measurement.
◆Experience in supervisory or team lead role a plus.
◆Basic understanding of the supervisory principles to include problem-solving and conflict resolution.
◆Effective verbal and written and interpersonal communication skills.
◆Ability to work effectively with a diverse team.
◆Organizational, budgeting, and time management skills.
◆Proficient software application skills; preferred Microsoft Office Suite, SAP, Kronos, Workday.
◆Ability to understand and follow safety protocols and regulations.
◆Strong organizational and planning abilities
◆Experience in process improvement; LEAN or continuous improvement certification preferred.
◆Ability to meet required goals and adapt to changing demands in a fast-paced environment.

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Who Are We?

Ditch Witch is a premier division of The Toro Company. At Ditch Witch in Perry, Oklahoma we pride ourselves on being the leading manufacturer in the underground pipe and cable market. Our plant in Perry stands out because it's a place for people to learn and thrive. We enjoy coming to work because our plant is our community, we see our teammates not only as co-workers but as neighbors and family members. All of our locations build the intricate network of machinery that contributes to The Toro Company. We contribute to building communities, cities, and the world. We invite you to apply and join a team of highly skilled, and highly passionate people.

Sponsorship

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a school/employment or any other visa, regardless of expiration date, now or in the future.

Paint Manufacturing Engineer Supervisor at Ditch Witch

This person will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the paint finishing systems. This person will perform supervisory and administrative duties for paint technicians and maintenance personnel. They will also cover governmental regulatory guidelines and reporting of water quality, air emissions, and hazardous waste on a defined basis.

What Will You Do?

•Supervise and direct daily operation of the paint finishing equipment. Direct reports include the Paint Finishing Technician(s) and Paint Maintenance Mechanic(s).
•Coordinate all preventative maintenance programs and emergency repairs with the maintenance department and outside vendors to assure a minimum of 99% up-time.
•Deal with future equipment

Key Supervisor Competencies

•Inspire Trust: Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and ethical behavior in all interactions.
•Engage People: Express genuine interest in people and their development.
•Enable Teams: Motivate individuals to work together as a team towards a common goal.
•Be Accountable: Act like an owner in terms of how performance impacts the business.
•Communicate with Impact: Give others clarity about their work and why it matters.

What Can We Give You?

At Ditch Witch, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits – Ditch Witch offers employees at our Perry, OK location a variety of perks, including:

•Dress for your day - We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, office-plant blended environment.
•Wellness - In addition to physical wellbeing, TTC offers a variety of mental health, financial health, and other types of resources to every full-time employee.
•Growth Opportunities – TTC prides itself on giving our employees the chance to grow their careers. Tuition reimbursement, opportunities to move into new areas of interest, and promotion opportunities are a few examples.
•Competitive Salary – The pay range takes into account skills, experience, education, and location. It is not common to be hired at or near the top of the range; compensation