Assistant Production Manager

Classification: Exempt

Job Summary:

The Assistant Production Manager is responsible for assisting the Production Manager in organizing and supervising work in the Production Department.

Performs other duties as required and reports to the Production Manager or Operations Manager.

Essential Functions:


* May hire and train new staff or assist management with this process.


* As requested by the Manager, conducts, or assists with performance evaluations.


* Assists the Manager with employment actions, including discipline and termination of employees by company policy.


* Monitors and recommends changes in work methods and/or equipment usage to improve labor utilization, production efficiency, and department expenses.


* Conducts new hire and ongoing training in all production departments.


* Consults with engineering, sales, and service management to ensure the smooth operation of the plant.


* Responsible for the execution of company production policies, procedures, and standards.


* Responsible for monitoring and ensuring that standards for production, quality, housekeeping, and safety are met.


* Responsible for adherence to department budgets, as well as hiring, discipline, and employee relations.


* Follow written and verbal instructions, attend meetings, and perform other tasks as directed by supervision.

Additional Functions:


* May work with and support other branch personnel as required by supervisor.

Qualifications:


* Organizational skills.


* Ability to lead, motivate, and develop staff.


* Recognize colors, sizes, and types of products.


* Count, add, and subtract accurately.


* Good verbal and written communication skills in English, ability to comprehend and follow directions, as well as good time management skills and being a team player.

Typical 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.

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.

Education:


* Some business experience.


* High School graduation or similar experience

Our Benefits:

·         401 K Plan with Company Match

·         Medical, Dental, Vision, and FSA/HSA  

·         Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

·         Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays

·         Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Benefits may vary for positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

For a general description of benefits that are being offered for this position, please visit alsco.com/benefits.

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