Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineers are the backbone of innovation, turning ideas into reality with precision and expertise. They design, optimize, and streamline production processes to ensure efficiency and quality. From concept to completion, they bridge the gap between design and delivery. If you’re passionate about problem-solving and shaping the future of production, this is the role for you!

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Job Title : Production Manager - UniFirst
%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 align=%22center%22 style=%22margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center; line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cspan style=%22color: black; background: white;%22%3EProduction Manager%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cspan style=%22color: black;%22%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cspan style=%22color: black; background: white;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cspan style=%22color: black;%22%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black; background: white;%22%3ECareers that Always Deliver!%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Cbr%3EAt %3Cb%3EUniFirst%3C/b%3E, we %3Ci%3EAlways Deliver%3C/i%3E%26mdash;for our customers and our people. Join us as a %3Cb%3EProduction Manager%3C/b%3E, where you%26rsquo;ll ensure efficient product flow, maintain high-quality standards, and optimize resources to drive growth and profitability. Reporting to the General Manager, you%26rsquo;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.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Co:p%3E%26nbsp;%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EWhat Your Role Entails:%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cul%3E%0A%3Cli style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3ELead process optimization%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E by guiding the Production department in achieving continuous improvement.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EManage resources effectively%3C/strong%3E to meet production targets while ensuring high-quality standards and cost-efficiency.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ELead and support %3C/strong%3Eteam members to foster a collaborative and accountable work environment.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EFoster a service-oriented culture%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3Ethat delivers exceptional value to internal and external stakeholders.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EParticipate in quality initiatives%3C/strong%3E by conducting audits, root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAnalyze production costs %3C/strong%3Eand identify cost-saving opportunities using financial insights.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EEnsure safety compliance%3C/strong%3E by conducting regular inspections and providing training and proactive initiatives.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EOptimize wastewater processes%3C/strong%3E to enhance efficiency and minimize environmental impact.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EOversee inventory management, vendor relationships%3C/strong%3E, and equipment maintenance to ensure seamless operations.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EDevelop and implement production schedules%3C/strong%3E while driving operational improvements.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ECollaborate across departments,%3C/strong%3E including Service, Sales, Maintenance, and Office, to align production goals with business objectives and our enterprise mindset.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EDemonstrate strategic agility%3C/strong%3E to navigate change, overcome challenges, and achieve long-term success.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EOversee employee management, %3C/strong%3Eincluding hiring, onboarding, talent development, retention, and offboarding.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height: 107%; font-family: Symbol; color: black;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-list: Ignore;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: %27Times New Roman%27;%22%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3C/ul%3E
%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3ECore Competencies:%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cul%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cspan style=%22color: black;%22%3ELeadership and Team Development: %3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cspan style=%22color: black;%22%3EAbility to inspire, guide, and develop a collaborative and accountable team.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color: black;%22%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color: black;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EProcess Optimization and Continuous Improvement:%3C/strong%3E Expertise in streamlining processes, achieving operational efficiency, and implementing best practices.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color: black;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EStrategic Thinking and Financial Acumen:%3C/strong%3E Capacity to analyze data, manage resources effectively, and align production goals with broader business objectives.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color: black;%22%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3C/ul%3E%0A%3Cp style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color: black;%22%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EWhy You%26rsquo;ll Enjoy This Role:%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cul%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cspan style=%22color: black;%22%3EVariety and Impact: %3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cspan style=%22color: black;%22%3EEvery day brings new challenges and opportunities to innovate and lead in a dynamic environment.%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22color: black;%22%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color: black;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ECollaborative Culture:%3C/strong%3E You%26rsquo;ll work with a diverse team and engage across multiple departments, fostering inclusiveness and shared success.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color: black;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EProfessional Growth: %3C/strong%3EUniFirst provides continuous training, career advancement opportunities, and a supportive environment for personal and professional development.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3C/ul%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle;%22%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EWhat You Bring to UniFirst:%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cul%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EMinimum 21 years of age.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EValid driver%27s license and safe driving record is required.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EMinimum of 4 years of relevant leadership experience with strong team building and interpersonal relationships.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EAbility to perform physical tasks, including lifting, carrying, standing, and walking for extended periods.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EWillingness to travel occasionally (less than 25%).%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EBachelor%27s degree or 4+ years of production management experience, with leadership, process improvement skills, and industry best practices.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EFinancial literacy to analyze production costs and make data-driven decisions.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EProficiency in Microsoft Suite.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EFamiliarity with ISO standards and/or Lean Six Sigma methodologies.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3ECommitment to safety and compliance initiatives.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EBilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferred.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3C/ul%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoListParagraphCxSpLast%22 style=%22margin-bottom: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Co:p%3E%26nbsp;%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EYou Will Benefit From:%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cul%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3ECompetitive salary with management bonus eligibility, 401K with company match, profit sharing, health and life insurance, paid time off, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement and more.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EMonday - Friday schedule with occasional weekend work as needed.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EContinuous training and career growth opportunities.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle; font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EA diverse and inclusive culture that values different backgrounds and perspectives.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3C/ul%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Co:p%3E%26nbsp;%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EJoin UniFirst for a rewarding career with opportunities for advancement and a supportive, diverse work environment.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background: white; vertical-align: middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3E%3Co:p%3E%26nbsp;%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp style=%22margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; ;font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 16px;%22%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height: 107%; font-family: Univers, sans-serif; color: black;%22%3EUniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E
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