Assistant Production Manager - UniFirst

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.

What You Bring to UniFirst :

• Minimum 21 years of age .

• V alid driver’s license and safe driving record is required .
  
• High School diploma or GED equivalent 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.

• Commitment to safety a nd compliance initiatives .