Assistant Production Manager: Lead Lean Improvements & Safety

UniFirst; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with management‑bon

401K with company match

Profit sharing

Health and life insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UniFirst is seeking an Assistant Production Manager to lead a dynamic team, ensure safety, and drive continuous improvement in a fast‑paced facility. You will partner with the Production Manager to optimize processes, manage production targets, and foster a collaborative culture that delivers value to internal and external stakeholders.

The role emphasizes leadership, financial acumen, and process optimization, with responsibilities spanning scheduling, inventory, vendor relations, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant leadership experience in a production setting.
• Bachelor's degree or 2+ years of production management experience with leadership skills.
• Financial acumen to analyze costs and drive data‑driven decisions.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train the production team; uphold facility standards and safety.
• Drive continuous improvement and optimize production schedules.
• Achieve targets while maintaining quality and controlling costs.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams across departments.
• Oversee inventory, vendor relationships, and equipment maintenance.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and employee development.

Skills

Leadership

Process Improvement

Strategic Adaptability

Financial literacy

Team motivation

Safety/Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Lean Six Sigma

ISO standards

Job description

UniFirst is seeking an Assistant Production Manager to lead a dynamic team, ensure safety, and drive continuous improvement in a fast‑paced facility. You will partner with the Production Manager to optimize processes, manage production targets, and foster a collaborative culture that delivers value to internal and external stakeholders.

The role emphasizes leadership, financial acumen, and process optimization, with responsibilities spanning scheduling, inventory, vendor relations, and