Assistant Production Manager
Careers that A lways D eliver!
At UniFirst , we Always Deliver —for our customers and our people . Join us as an Assistant Production Manager , where you’ll lead team training, uphold facility standards, prioritize safety, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment . Reporting to the Production Manager, you’ll help guide a dynamic and diverse team while fostering a culture of collaboration and inclusiveness . Bring your leadership skills, process optimization expertise , and financial acumen to make a meaningful impact in our Production Department.
What Y our R ole E ntails:
- Optimize processes by partnering with the Production Manager to spearhead continuous improvement initiatives.
- Achieve production targets while maintaining quality standards and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Support and inspire team members to foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing work environment.
- Foster a service-oriented culture that delivers exceptional value to internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure safety compliance by conduct ing regular inspections and provid ing training and proactive initiatives.
- Oversee wastewater processes to optimize efficiency and minimize environmental impact.
- Manage inventory , vendor relationships , and equipment maintenance to ensure seamless operations.
- Assist d evelop ment and implementation of production schedules while driving operational improvements .
- Collaborate across departments , including Service, Sales, Maintenance, and Office, to align production goals with business objectives and our enterprise mindset.
- Exhibit strategic agility to adapt to change, overcome challenges, and drive long-term success.
- Support employee transitions by partnering with the Production Manager in hiring, onboarding, retention, and offboarding.
Core C ompetencies:
- Leadership and Team Support: Ability to motivate, inspire, and foster collaboration within a diverse team while ensuring accountability and high performance.
- Process Improvement and Efficiency: Expertise in optimizing production processes and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strategic Adaptability: Capacity to navigate change, align cross-departmental goals, and support long-term success in a dynamic environment.
Why You’ll Enjoy This Role:
- Variety and Impact: Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to innovate and lead in a dynamic environment.
- Collaborative Culture: You’ll work with a diverse team and engage across multiple departments, fostering inclusiveness and shared success.
- Professional Growth: UniFirst provides continuous training, career advancement opportunities, and a supportive environment for personal and professional development.
Qualifications
What You Bring to UniFirst :
- Minimum 21 years of age .
- V alid driver’s license and safe driving record is required .
- Minimum 2 years of relevant leadership experience with strong team building and interpersonal relationships.
- Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, carrying, standing, and walking for extended periods .
- Willingness to travel occasionally (less than 25%).
- Bachelor's degree or 2+ years of production management experience, with leadership, process improvement skills, and industry best practices .
- F inancial literacy to analyze production costs and make data-driven decisions
- P roficiency in Microsoft Suite.
- Familiarity with ISO standards and/or Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
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