Assistant Production Manager - UniFirst

Taleo; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus eligible

401K with company match

Health and life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UniFirst is seeking an Assistant Production Manager in Salt Lake City to lead team training, uphold facility standards, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Production Manager, you will guide a diverse team while fostering collaboration and safety.

You will optimize processes, manage schedules, control costs, and ensure quality, with responsibilities across Production, Service, Sales, Maintenance, and Office to align goals with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant leadership experience.
• Bachelor's degree or 2+ years of production management experience, with leadership and process improvement skills.
• Financial literacy to analyze production costs and make data-driven decisions
• Willingness to travel occasionally (less than 25%).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Commitment to safety and compliance initiatives.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Optimize processes by partnering with the Production Manager to spearhead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Achieve production targets while maintaining quality standards and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Support and inspire team members to foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing work environment.
• Oversee wastewater processes to optimize efficiency and minimize environmental impact.
• Manage inventory, vendor relationships, and equipment maintenance to ensure seamless operations.
• Assist development and implementation of production schedules while driving operational improvements.
• Collaborate across departments to align production goals with business objectives and enterprise mindset.
• Exhibit strategic agility to adapt to change, and drive long-term success.

Skills

Leadership

Process Improvement

Financial Literacy

Team Training

Interpersonal Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Job Description - Assistant Production Manager - UniFirst (2605007)

Job Description

Description

Careers that A lways D eliver!

At UniFirst , we Always Deliver —for our customers and our people . Join us as an Assistant Production Manager , where you’ll lead team training, uphold facility standards, prioritize safety, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment . Reporting to the Production Manager, you’ll help guide 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.

What Y your R ole E ntails:

• Optimize processes by partnering with the Production Manager to spearhead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Achieve production targets while maintaining quality standards and identifying cost‑saving opportunities.
• Support and inspire team members to foster a collaborative, accountable, and high‑performing work environment.
• Foster a service‑oriented culture that delivers exceptional value to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure safety compliance by conduct ing regular inspections and provid ing training and proactive initiatives.
• Oversee wastewater processes to optimize efficiency and minimize environmental impact.
• Manage inventory , vendor relationships , and equipment maintenance to ensure seamless operations.
• Assist d evelop ment and implementation of production schedules while driving operational improvements .
• Collaborate across departments , including Service, Sales, Maintenance, and Office, to align production goals with business objectives and our enterprise mindset.
• Exhibit strategic agility to adapt to change, overcome challenges, and drive long‑term success.
• Support employee transitions by partnering with the Production Manager in hiring, onboarding, retention, and offboarding.

Core C ompetencies:

• Leadership and Team Support: Ability to motivate, inspire, and foster collaboration within a diverse team while ensuring accountability and high performance.
• Process Improvement and Efficiency: Expertise in optimizing production processes and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strategic Adaptability: Capacity to navigate change, align cross‑departmental goals, and support long‑term success in a dynamic environment.

Why You’ll Enjoy This Role:

• Variety and Impact: Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to innovate and lead in a dynamic environment.
• Collaborative Culture: You’ll work with a diverse team and engage across multiple departments, fostering inclusiveness and shared success.
• Professional Growth: UniFirst provides continuous training, career advancement opportunities, and a supportive environment for personal and professional development.

Qualifications

What You Bring to UniFirst :

• Minimum 21 years of age .
• V alid driver’s license and safe driving record is required .
• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant leadership experience with strong team building and interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, carrying, standing, and walking for extended periods .
• Willingness to travel occasionally (less than 25%).
• Bachelor's degree or 2+ years of production management experience, with leadership, process improvement skills, and industry best practices .
• F inancial literacy to analyze production costs and make data‑driven decisions
• P roficiency in Microsoft Suite.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and/or Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Commitment to safety a nd compliance initiatives .
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferred.

You W ill B enefit F rom :

• 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.
• Monday – Friday schedule with occasional weekend work as needed.
• Continuous training and career growth opportunities.
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values different backgrounds and perspectives.

Join UniFirst for a rewarding career with opportunities for advancement and a supportive, diverse work environment.

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.

Primary Location

United States-Utah

Work Locations

356 - SALT LAKE CITY,UT 1024 South 200 West Salt Lake City 84101

Organization

356 - Salt Lake City UT

Job

Production

Employee Status

Regular

Job Level

Manager

Shift

1st Shift

Schedule

Full-time

Job Posting

Sep 17, 2026, 2:58:38 PM

UniFirst Corporation is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer M-F-Disability-Vet