Production Leader: Lean Ops & Continuous Improvement

828 - Mesquite TX; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Management bonus eligibility

401K with company match

Health and life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

UniFirst is seeking a Production Manager to drive efficient product flow, uphold quality standards, and optimize resources for growth and profitability. You will report to the General Manager and lead a dynamic team while promoting collaboration and an inclusive culture.

The role emphasizes process improvement, safety, and cross-department collaboration, with opportunities for advancement within a large national organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of relevant leadership experience with strong team building and interpersonal relationships.
• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ 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%).
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead process optimization by guiding the Production department in achieving continuous improvement.
• Manage resources effectively to meet production targets while ensuring high-quality standards and cost-efficiency.
• Lead and support team members to foster a collaborative and accountable work environment.
• Foster a service-oriented culture that delivers exceptional value to internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in quality initiatives through audits, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Process optimization

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Team development

Safety & compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years production management experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Lean Six Sigma

ISO standards

Job description

UniFirst is seeking a Production Manager to drive efficient product flow, uphold quality standards, and optimize resources for growth and profitability. You will report to the General Manager and lead a dynamic team while promoting collaboration and an inclusive culture.

The role emphasizes process improvement, safety, and cross-department collaboration, with opportunities for advancement within a large national organization.