Production Manager (O'Neal Lane)

Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Manager to lead retail operations in Baton Rouge. This role is pivotal in overseeing donation and production processes, ensuring a positive shopping experience for customers while maximizing revenue. You will manage a team, conduct training, and maintain compliance with safety standards. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community by transforming lives through work. If you have strong leadership skills and a passion for service, this opportunity could be your next career move.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Monthly Bonus based on Revenue Goals

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 6 months of supervisory experience.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily donation and production operations to meet budget goals.
• Lead production team to ensure efficient donation processing.
• Conduct ongoing training and maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Marketing Skills

English Communication

Flexibility

Physical Stamina

Knowledge of Clothing Brands

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Production Manager-Retail (O'Neal Lane)

Baton Rouge, LA

Full Time

Experienced

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About Us:

Goodwill is more than just a retail store; we are a community-driven organization dedicated to transforming lives through the power of work. By joining our team, you will play a crucial leadership role in making a positive impact on individuals and communities; your leadership will help create a positive and inclusive shopping experience for our customers while supporting our programs that enhance the dignity and quality of life for individuals and families.

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 403B Retirement Plan *employer match*, Life Insurance, Pet Insurance
• Monthly Bonus based on achieving revenue goals

Responsibilities:

1. Oversee and drive the daily donation and production operations of the store to meet or exceed budget while in compliance with company standards, policies, and procedures.
2. Lead the back room production team to ensure donations flow from the donation door to the sales floor in an expedient manner.
3. Convert donations into revenue while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized working environment.
4. Effectively supervise production employees to meet daily production goals.
5. Ensure backroom workflow is set up and maintained to maximize production.
6. Process donations to maximize sales and minimize waste.
7. Monitor waste output to ensure sellable merchandise is not discarded.
8. Conduct quality checks on merchandise before it is placed on the sales floor.
9. Conduct textile rack checks to ensure accuracy of piece count reported.
10. Monitor back-room supply levels and assist with ordering supplies when needed.
11. Conduct hourly floor checks to ensure processed merchandise is properly placed on the floor.
12. Ensure all donations are processed expediently from the donation door to the sales floor.
13. Maintain safe and appropriate conditions in the shopping and back-room areas.
14. Write and post a proper schedule to meet production goals.
15. Observe and ensure compliance with personnel and safety policies and procedures.
16. Conduct ongoing training with all production employees and document all training.
17. Use cash register to total sales, accept payment, authorize voids, returns, exchanges, and credits for merchandise only in an emergency.
18. Ensure production employees always have the necessary materials to meet their production goals.
19. Assist the Store Manager in achieving/exceeding sales goals, and implement a contingency plan if goals are not being met.
20. Assist in corrective coaching and training and development of employees.
21. Create a working environment conducive to meeting all goals.
22. Multitask and adapt to unforeseen opportunities that would impact production goals.

Skills and Abilities:

1. Must be able to interact cordially and productively with a variety of people.
2. Must be able to market Goodwill and explain the mission to the public.
3. Must establish and maintain effective working relationships with store personnel while motivating them to their best performance.
4. Must be able to read, write, and communicate clearly in English.
5. Must be able to work a flexible schedule on short notice, including nights and weekends, and occasionally long hours.
6. Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 25 lbs. frequently and 50 lbs. occasionally.
7. Must be able to use repetitive hand movement when buttoning, sorting, hanging, and zipping garments.
8. Must be able to engage in prolonged standing, walking, and in frequent bending, stooping, and stretching.
9. Must have vision corrected to within normal limits.
10. Must be able to function in a hectic work environment with occasional periods of high stress.
11. Must have knowledge of clothing brands and values as well as furniture and household items.

Requirements:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); with a minimum of 6 months of supervisory experience. Supervisory experience and/or training experience preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.