Production Team Lead - Safety, Lean & Improvement

UniFirst; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with management bon

401K with company match

Health and life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UniFirst in Tampa, FL is hiring an Assistant Production Manager to lead a diverse team, drive continuous improvement, and uphold safety and quality standards in a fast-paced facility. You will partner with the Production Manager to optimize processes and meet targets while controlling costs.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, training, and a service-oriented culture, with opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a values-driven company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record required.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree or 2+ 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 Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Optimize processes by partnering with the Production Manager to lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Achieve production targets while maintaining quality standards and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Support and inspire team members to foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing environment.
• Foster a service-oriented culture that delivers value to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure safety compliance by conducting inspections and providing training initiatives.
• Oversee wastewater processes to optimize efficiency and minimize environmental impact.
• Manage inventory, vendor relationships, and equipment maintenance for seamless operations.
• Assist development and implementation of production schedules while driving improvements.
• Collaborate across departments to align production goals with business objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Process optimization

Strategic thinking

Safety awareness

Financial literacy

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Lean Six Sigma

ISO standards

Job description

UniFirst in Tampa, FL is hiring an Assistant Production Manager to lead a diverse team, drive continuous improvement, and uphold safety and quality standards in a fast-paced facility. You will partner with the Production Manager to optimize processes and meet targets while controlling costs.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, training, and a service-oriented culture, with opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a values-driven company.