Production Manager

Alsco Inc.; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K 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 seeking a Production Manager to organize and supervise work in the Production Department, reporting to the General Manager or Operations Manager. The role emphasizes improving labor utilization, production efficiency, and controlling department expenses.

The incumbent will lead, train, and supervise production staff, oversee new hire training, and coordinate with engineering, sales and service management to ensure smooth plant operation while upholding production policies,

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of business management experience in a production environment.
• Strong supervisory and management skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop staff.
• Clear verbal and written communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Monitor changes to improve labor utilization and production efficiency.
• Lead, train, and supervise production staff.
• Oversee new hire training and ongoing staff development.
• Coordinate with engineering, sales and service management to ensure smooth operation.
• Ensure compliance with production policies, standards, and safety.
• Create and manage department budgets and staffing.
• Follow written and verbal instructions and perform other duties as directed by supervision.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Organizational skills

Staff development

English communication

Education

High School graduation or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The Production Manager is responsible for organizing and supervising work in the Production Department. Performs other duties as required and reports to the General Manager or Operations Manager.

Essential Functions

• Monitors and ensures implementation of recommended changes in work methods and/or equipment usage to improve labor utilization, production efficiency and department expenses.
• Leads, trains, and supervises the Production staff and departments.
• Responsible for overseeing all new hire training and conducts regular and ongoing training in all departments.
• Consults with engineering, sales and service management to ensure the smooth operation of the plant.
• Responsible for execution of company production policies, procedures and standards.
• Responsible for setting, monitoring, and ensuring that standards for production, quality, housekeeping and safety are met.
• Responsible for creating and 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 supervision.

Qualifications

• Have a minimum of two years of business management experience in a production environment with strong supervisory and management skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop staff.
• Recognize colors, sizes and types of product. Count, add and subtract accurately.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English, ability to comprehend and follow direction, as well as good time management skills and being a team player.

Education

• High School graduation or similar experience.

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.

• 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.

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