Production Manager

Job Summary

The Production Manager is responsible for organizing and supervising work in the Production Department. Performs other duties as required and reports to the General Manager or Operations Manager.

Essential Functions

• Maintains and implements recommended changes in work methods and/or equipment usage to improve labor utilization, production efficiency and department expenses.
• Leads, trains, and supervises the Production staff and departments.
• Responsible for overseeing all new hire training and conducting regular and ongoing training in all departments.
• Consults with engineering, sales and service management to ensure the smooth operation of the plant.
• Responsible for execution of company production policies, procedures and standards.
• Responsible for setting, monitoring, and ensuring that standards for production, quality, housekeeping and safety are met.
• Responsible for creating and adhering to department budgets, as well as hiring, discipline and employee relations.
• Follows written and verbal instructions, attends meetings, and performs other tasks as directed by supervision.

Additional Functions

• May work with and support other branch personnel as required by supervision.

Qualifications

• A minimum of two years of business management experience in a production environment with strong supervisory and management skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop staff.
• Recognize colors, sizes and types of product.
• Count, add and subtract accurately.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English, ability to comprehend and follow direction, as well as good time management skills and being a team player.

Education

• High School graduation or similar experience.

Physical Activity

• Physical Demands/Requirements consist of standing, sitting, walking, stooping, driving a forklift, grasping, moving equipment, pushing, pulling, moving loaded carts weighing up to 500 lbs., reading, speaking, hearing, and lifting up to 60 lbs.

Environmental Conditions

• Typical Environmental Conditions Production areas of a typical industrial laundry facility which includes variations in temperature, odors, humidity, lint and dust.

Travel Requirements

• Occasionally, to visit customers or possibly to attend training meetings.

Pay

Competitive pay and benefits.

Schedule

Full-time.

Benefits

Included are a 401K Plan with Company Match, medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, sick time, holidays, choice of Global Cash Card or Direct Deposit, career advancement, learning & development opportunities, and an inclusive and diverse team environment.