GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

 The Assistant Production Manager (APM) plays a central role in supporting the Production Manager and Plant Manager, supervising the team to achieve goals in the production facility. Responsibilities include coordinating labor allocation on production lines, overseeing job assignments, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality procedures. Collaborating with the production leadership team, the APM emphasizes continuous improvement by identifying opportunities and developing and implementing solutions.

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PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

• Coordinate and report day-to-day activities with the Production Manager.

• A customer service focus, with a commitment to meeting customer expectations and delivery schedules.

• Oversee product testing on new projects.

• Ensure training documentation is updated and changes communicated with all involved parties.

• Delegate specific job tasks to ensure optimal efficiency including establishing special pack out/assembly work cells.

• Assist with troubleshooting order issues.

• Assist with hiring new employees and communicate temporary staffing needs to temp agency.

• Monitor and log daily absenteeism.

• Track inventory and place orders for raw materials.

• Coordinate with team members to ensure the production process is completed on time.

• Conduct quality audits on finished goods to ensure standards are met.

• Conduct employee observations to ensure employees are accurately complying with SOPs.

• Research and troubleshoot problems and corrective actions to facilitate continuous improvement.

• Communicate regularly with the Production Manager regarding problems or issues impacting production

• Ensure all safety standards are met to prevent accidents.
   

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the training department with the development of new processes.

• Review staffing and request assistance from other departments.

• A willingness to learn production processes to function as back-up if needed.

• Assist with quotes for customer service, by conducting time studies, to provide accurate costs.

• Review schedules with the scheduling department to ensure staffing and equipment optimization.
   

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB

Education: High School or equivalent

Experience:

• 3-4 years in a supervisory or lead person role in a production environment.

• 3+ years of production environment experience
   

Other: 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong leadership abilities to lead, motivate and develop team members

• A high level of flexibility with job functions and ability to accept change.

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced work environment.

• Must be deadline driven.

• Works with a sense of urgency and an eagerness to learn.

• Ability to work under pressure in an environment of shifting priorities and changes.

• Process and detail oriented with excellent follow-up skills.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally.

• Ability to work independently using good judgement and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage conflict tactfully and professionally.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel.

• Ability to work overtime as needed to ensure on time delivery.

• Knowledge or understanding of lean manufacturing is helpful but not required.

 

Monday – Thursday 6:30 am – 5 pm | $26 - $30 per hour