Production Assistant Manager at Woodlawn

Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries Rehabilitation Center, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation and Sick

Paid Holidays

403(b) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Job summary

Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Production Assistant Manager to support daily operations in Closeout Goods. You will lead frontline teams, oversee scheduling, payroll, and performance, and ensure safety and efficiency in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

This role requires hands-on leadership, excellent communication, and a commitment to Goodwill’s mission. A flexible schedule, weekend/holiday coverage, and a focus on training and developing staff are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Five years of Retail or equivalent experience preferred.
• Two years of progressive retail leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience training, coaching, and developing associates.
• Proficiency in scheduling, payroll, and workforce management systems.
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Basic math and computer proficiency.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including openings, closings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Production Manager to oversee daily operations.
• Execute administrative and clerical functions such as ordering supplies and operational reporting.
• Ensure efficient production and pricing.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment at all times.
• Supervise, coach, train, and support team members.
• Support onboarding and ongoing training to ensure consistent execution of operational and service standards.
• Provide feedback and partner with leadership and HR on performance management and corrective action when needed.
• Direct supervisory responsibility for Production Leaders, Merchandise Processors, Material Handlers, temporary workers, and program participants.
• Work a flexible schedule in support of production including night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English with internal and external customers.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Scheduling

Payroll

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Basic math

Computer proficiency

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Job description

Production Assistant Manager at Woodlawn

Closeout Goods Regular Full Time Management Cincinnati, OH, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1752

About Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries

Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries is a non‑profit organization dedicated to providing job training, employment placement, and support services for individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment. With a focus on empowering individuals to achieve greater independence and inclusion in the community, Ohio Valley Goodwill has been serving the Greater Cincinnati area for over 100 years.

POSITION SUMMARY: (WHAT, HOW, WHY)

The Assistant Production Manager (APM) supports the Production Manager in leading daily operations and team performance in Closeout Goods. This role provides hands‑on leadership across production, ensures operational standards are consistently met, and serves as the manager‑on‑duty in the absence of the Production Manager. The APM plays a critical role in driving production efficiency, team development and execution of Goodwill’s mission and brand standards.

Pay: $20/hr

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Five (5) years of Retail or equivalent experience preferred
• Two (2) years of progressive retail leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Experience training, coaching, and developing associates
• Proficiency in scheduling, payroll, and workforce management systems
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Basic math and computer proficiency
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including openings, closings, weekends, and holidays

ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS

Proper lifting, stacking and sorting methods preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Production Operations & Execution

• Partner with the Production Manager to oversee daily operations
• Execute administrative and clerical functions such as ordering supplies and operational reporting
• Ensure efficient production and pricing
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment at all times
• Supervise, coach, train, and support team members
• Support onboarding and ongoing training to ensure consistent execution of operational and service standards
• Provide feedback and partner with leadership and HR on performance management and corrective action when needed

Scheduling, Labor & Workforce Management

• Maintain employee schedules & ensure appropriate coverage while meeting payroll targets
• Manage time and attendance in HRIS and ensure accurate and timely payroll submission
• Adjust staffing levels to align with production needs and business demands
• Manage the vehicle fleet and reporting
• Ensure smooth and secure flow of goods in compliance with safety, security, and operational standards
• Monitor pricing practices and merchandise quality to ensure consistency and accuracy

Safety, Compliance & Communication

• Maintain a safe work environment for employees by enforcing safety and loss prevention standards
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and applicable regulations
• Maintain effective communication with leadership, other locations, and support departments

Mission Support

• Collaborate with Employment and Training programs to support Goodwill’s mission and community impact

Supervisory Responsibility

• Direct supervisory responsibility for Production Leaders, Merchandise Processors, Material Handlers, temporary workers, and program participants
• Work a flexible schedule in support of production including night, weekend, and holiday shifts
• Ability to effectively communicate in English with internal and external customers

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in climate-controlled and non-climate-controlled environments
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, lift, and climb for extended periods
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to perform frequent computer-based work
• Regular, predictable attendance is required

Working Conditions

• Primary Environment: warehouse environment
• Moderate noise levels typical of a warehouse environment
• Exposure to donated goods and varying temperatures
• Driving may be required

We offer competitive pay and benefits including:

• Paid Vacation and Sick
• Paid Holidays
• 403(b) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability

7:30 AM - 4:00 PM - Varying Monday - Sunday

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

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