Production Manager (Denham Springs, LA)

Essential Functions

• To effectively supervise production employees so that daily production goals are met (minimum 110 garments per hour with a minimum quality standard of 90%).
• To ensure the backroom workflow is set up and maintained to maximize production.
• To ensure donations are processed in such a way to maximize sales and minimize waste.
• To monitor waste output and ensure sellable merchandise is not discarded.
• To conduct quality checks on merchandise before it is placed on the sales floor.
• To conduct textile rack checks to ensure accuracy of piece count reported.
• To monitor back-room supply levels and assist with ordering supplies when needed.
• To communicate daily needs with the transportation department and District Managers.
• To ensure all donations are processed expediently from the donation door to the sales floor.
• To maintain safe and appropriate conditions in the backroom areas.
• To ensure a proper schedule is written and posted to meet production goals.
• To observe and ensure compliance with personnel and safety policies and procedures.
• To use the cash register to total sales, accept payment, authorize voids, returns, exchanges and credits for merchandise only. This job function will only be required in an emergency.
• To ensure production employees always have the necessary materials to meet their production goals.
• To assist the Store Manager in achieving/exceeding sales goals, and to assist in implementing a contingency plan if goals are not being met.
• To assist the Store Manager in corrective coaching and training and development of production employees. Document all coaching, training, and development of employees.
• To create a working environment conducive to meeting all goals by multitasking and adapting to unforeseen opportunities that would impact production goals.
• To assists in scheduling employees with a focus on adequate coverage of store operation to ensure all donations are processed from the donation door to the sales floor on the day they are received.
• To perform all duties of all store production personnel including donation receiving, sorting, hanging, pricing of merchandise, cleaning of store, etc.
• To keep the store clean and hazard free by vacuuming, mopping, dusting, sweeping, emptying trash, and cleaning the bathrooms.

Skills and Abilities

• To interact professionally and productively with a diverse array of people.
• To market Goodwill and explain the mission to the public.
• To establish and maintain effective working relationships with, and among, store production personnel while motivating them to their best performance.
• To conduct ongoing training and development of production employees.
• To work a flexible schedule at short notice, including nights and weekends, and occasionally, long hours.
• To use repetitive hand movement when buttoning, sorting, hanging and zipping garments.
• To function in a fast-paced work environment with occasional periods of high volume.
• To have knowledge of brands and value of clothes, furniture, and household items.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) with a minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Leadership, team building, and mentoring experience and/or training experience preferred.
• A preference for a background in leading teams in retail sales, production, manufacturing, or assembly.
• To have reliable transportation. Must be able to pass MVR check and provide proof of a valid driver’s license, liability insurance, vehicle registration and a current vehicle inspection sticker.
• To be proficient in computer skills including Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel, Power BI and other programs.
• To be able to read, write and communicate clearly in English.

Working Conditions

• Frequent physical exertion.
• Frequent movement.
• Exposure to donated goods and materials.
• Conditioned indoor temperatures with occasional exposure to outdoor temperatures and weather conditions.
• Occasional travel in district area.