Production Manager

Uni First Corporation, a leader in providing workplace uniforms and protective workwear in the United States, Europe, and Canada, is seeking a highly-skilled Production Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the production processes and ensuring high levels of productivity are maintained in a safe and cost-effective manner. The ideal candidate will be adept in managing diverse teams, optimizing day-to-day activities while minimizing the costs.

This position plays a pivotal role in maintaining the exceptional service and quality that Uni First is known for.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers' expectations
• Increase production, assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards
• Be responsible for production output, product quality, and on-time shipping
• Allocate resources effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal results
• Implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus
• Monitor operations and trigger corrective actions
• Collect and analyze data to find places of waste or overtime
• Commit to plant safety procedures
• Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards, metrics, and performance targets to ensure effective return on assets
• Address employees' issues or grievances and administer collective bargaining agreements
• Influence and learn from below

Required Skills

• Proven ability to direct and coordinate operations
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities
• Knowledge of industry's legal rules and guidelines
• In depth knowledge of diverse business functions and principles (e.g. supply chain, finance, customer service)
• Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics
• Familiarity with MS Office and various business software (e.g. ERP, CRM)