Production Manager - UniFirst
UniFirstSalt Lake City, UT, United States- Full-time
Production Manager
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Careers
that Always
Deliver!
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At
UniFirst , we Always
Deliver —for our customers and our people. Join us as a
Production Manager , where you’ll ensure
efficient product flow, maintain high-quality standards, and
optimize resources to drive growth and profitability. Reporting to
the General Manager, you’ll lead 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.
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What Your Role
Entails :
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Lead process
optimization
by guiding the Production
department in achieving continuous
improvement.
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Manage resources
effectively to meet production targets while
ensuring high-quality standards and
cost-efficiency.
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Lead and support team
members to foster a collaborative and accountable work
environment.
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Foster a service-oriented
culture that delivers exceptional value to
internal and external
stakeholders.
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Participate in quality
initiatives by conducting audits, root cause
analysis, and implementing corrective
actions.
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Analyze production costs
and identify cost-saving opportunities using
financial insights.
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Ensure safety compliance by
conducting regular inspections and providing training and proactive
initiatives.
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Optimize wastewater
processes to enhance efficiency and minimize
environmental impact.
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Oversee inventory management, vendor
relationships , and equipment maintenance to ensure
seamless operations.
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Develop and implement production
schedules while driving operational
improvements.
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Collaborate across
departments, including Service, Sales, Maintenance,
and Office, to align production goals with business objectives and
our enterprise mindset.
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Demonstrate strategic
agility to navigate change, overcome challenges, and
achieve long-term success.
Oversee employee management,
including hiring, onboarding, talent development,
retention, and offboarding.
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Qualifications
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Core
Competencies :
Leadership and
Team Development :
Ability to inspire, guide, and develop a collaborative
and accountable
team.
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Process Optimization and Continuous
Improvement : Expertise in streamlining processes,
achieving operational efficiency, and implementing best
practices.
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Strategic Thinking and Financial
Acumen : Capacity to analyze data, manage resources
effectively, and align production goals with broader business
objectives.
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Why You’ll Enjoy This
Role :
Variety and
Impact :
Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to
innovate and lead in a dynamic environment.
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Collaborative Culture :
You’ll work with a diverse team and engage across multiple
departments, fostering inclusiveness and shared
success.
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Professional Growth :
UniFirst provides continuous training, career
advancement opportunities, and a supportive environment for
personal and professional
development.
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What You Bring to
UniFirst :
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Minimum
21 years of age.
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Valid driver's license and safe
driving record is required.
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High
School diploma or GED equivalent is
required.
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Minimum of 4 years of relevant
leadership experience with strong team building and interpersonal
relationships.
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Ability to perform physical tasks,
including lifting, carrying, standing, and walking for extended
periods.
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Willingness to travel occasionally
(less than 25%).
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Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of
production management experience, with leadership, process
improvement skills, and industry best
practices.
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Financial literacy to analyze
production costs and make data-driven
decisions.
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Proficiency in Microsoft
Suite.
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Familiarity with ISO standards and / or
Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
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Commitment to safety and compliance
initiatives.
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Bilingual in English and Spanish is
highly preferred.
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You Will Benefit
From :
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Competitive salary with management bonus eligibility,
401K with company match, profit sharing, health and life insurance,
paid time off, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement and
more.
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Monday - Friday schedule with occasional weekend work as
needed.
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Continuous training and career growth
opportunities.
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A diverse and inclusive culture that
values different backgrounds and
perspectives.
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Join UniFirst for a rewarding career
with opportunities for advancement and a supportive, diverse work
environment.
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UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not
discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the
basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion,
physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status,
pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by
anti-discrimination
laws.
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