Assistant Production Manager

Socket.dev; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401 K Plan with Company Match

Medical, Dental, Vision, and FSA/HSA

Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Alsco Uniforms is hiring an Assistant Production Manager to assist the Production Manager in organizing and supervising work in the Production Department. The role reports to the Production Manager or Operations Manager and helps drive production efficiency and safety.

Key responsibilities include staff training, performance evaluations, and adherence to budgets and company policies. A background in operations within an industrial setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Organizational skills are essential for coordinating production tasks.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop production staff.
• Good communication and time-management capabilities.
• Proven ability to follow directions and work as a team.
• Basic business experience and high school education required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Production Manager with organizing and supervising work.
• Support hiring, training, and performance evaluations as needed.
• Help monitor labor, production efficiency, and department expenses.
• Coordinate with engineering, sales, and service management for smooth operations.
• Ensure production policies, quality, safety, and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Lead and develop staff

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Team player

Education

High School graduation or equivalent

Some business experience

Job description

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.

Annual base pay

$55,000

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.

About Us

We are Alsco Uniforms. We've been committed to our customers since 1889, proudly pioneering the uniform and linen rental industry and growing into a global leader serving over 350,000 customers across 13 countries. We provide exceptional service and create solutions that strengthen our customers’ operations.

At Alsco, our diverse workforce drives performance, innovation, and exceptional service. We're looking for individuals who want to build a rewarding career while making a meaningful impact. Explore how Alsco helps you build a successful career with competitive compensation, benefits, and ongoing opportunities for growth.

Join our team and build your career with Alsco Uniforms!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Alsco Uniforms provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

Thank you for your interest in joining Alsco Uniforms. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background and drug screening.