Production Manager - UniFirst

Taleo; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Management bonus eligibility

401K with company match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UniFirst is seeking a Production Manager in Indianapolis to lead a diverse team, drive continuous improvement, and optimize resources for cost efficiency. You will oversee scheduling, quality, safety compliance, and cross-department collaboration to deliver exceptional value.

Ideal candidates have strong leadership, process optimization, and financial acumen, plus ISO/Lean familiarity and bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a production setting.
• Strong process improvement and cost-control capabilities.
• Ability to analyze costs and drive financial outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead production team to meet targets and optimize flow.
• Oversee safety compliance and training initiatives.
• Collaborate across departments to align goals.
• Analyze costs and identify savings opportunities.
• Develop and implement production schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Process optimization

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Job Description - Production Manager - UniFirst (2604779)

Job Description

Description

Production Manager

Careers that Always Deliver!

At UniFirst, we Always Deliver—for our customers and our people. Join us as a Production Manager, where you’ll ensure efficient product flow, maintain high-quality standards, and optimize resources to drive growth and profitability. Reporting to the General Manager, you’ll lead 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 Your Role Entails:

• 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 by conducting audits, root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions.
• Analyze production costs and identify cost-saving opportunities using financial insights.
• Ensure safety compliance by conducting regular inspections and providing training and proactive initiatives.
• Optimize wastewater processes to enhance efficiency and minimize environmental impact.
• Oversee inventory management, vendor relationships, and equipment maintenance to ensure seamless operations.
• Develop and implement 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.
• Demonstrate strategic agility to navigate change, overcome challenges, and achieve long-term success.
• Oversee employee management, including hiring, onboarding, talent development, retention, and offboarding.

Qualifications

Core Competencies:

• Leadership and Team Development: Ability to inspire, guide, and develop a collaborative and accountable team.
• Process Optimization and Continuous Improvement: Expertise in streamlining processes, achieving operational efficiency, and implementing best practices.
• Strategic Thinking and Financial Acumen: Capacity to analyze data, manage resources effectively, and align production goals with broader business objectives.

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.

What You Bring to UniFirst:

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record is required.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 4 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 4+ years of production management experience, with leadership, process improvement skills, and industry best practices.
• Financial literacy to analyze production costs and make data-driven decisions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and/or Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Commitment to safety and compliance initiatives.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferred.

You Will Benefit From:

• 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.

Primary Location

United States-Indiana

Work Locations

082 - INDIANAPOLIS, IN 4201 Industrial Blvd. Indianapolis 46254

Organization

082 - Indianapolis IN

Job

Production

Employee Status

Regular

Job Level

Manager

Shift

1st Shift

Schedule

Full-time

Job Posting

Sep 8, 2026, 2:25:15 PM

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