Assistant Production Manager

Job Description:

The Assistant Production Manager is responsible for directing all of production department’s workflow and ensure distribution production processes are completed in a timely manner and with the highest quality standards. The Assistant Production Manager must be prepared to adapt to the changing needs of a fast-paced production environment while leading their department to success. The Assistant Production Manager is expected to represent Medico with the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

Requirements:

·         Adhere to safety standards at all times while enforcing safe work habits with all production employees; this includes OSHA regulations and facility safety guidelines

·         Ensure all production employees comply with required PPE standards as required as well as all safety policies

·         Communicate with plant engineers regarding improper machine functions or breakdowns

·         Monitor all departmental workflows, identifying, and facilitating opportunities to increase productivity and efficiency

·         Ensure all production employees take their scheduled breaks and lunches

·         Apply disciplinary actions as required, always adhering to CBA and company policy. This will include tracking and logging attendance for all production employees. Any disciplinary actions should include the participation of the Production Manager and HR representative of the production plant

·         Support and perform production management duties when Production Manager is absent or out of office

·         Support Production Manager in all required record keeping, data, and paperwork as needed such as OSHA 300, employee injuries, disciplinary notices, and weekly attendance reports

·         Ensure the production floor cleanliness at all times

·         Respond to daily emails and report daily activities

·         Maintain detailed and accurate work records

·         Comply with all company policies and procedures

·         Must maintain regular and punctual attendance

·         Perform other related duties as assigned

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and employees will also perform other duties as assigned by management as required.

Medico reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Education:

·         Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Skills:

·         Ability to communicate effectively to a diverse group of people

·         Ability to work independently and to oversee work of others

·         Excellent oral and written communication and training delivery skills

·         Knowledge of processing and protocols of the production plant

·         Results orientated and driven work style

·         Basic understanding of records, inventories, and other routine documentation used in the production plant

Physical:

·         Repetitive motions limited to repeated bending, stretching, twisting, reaching, and pushing/pulling

·         Able to stand and walk for long periods of time

·         Physically able to lift up to 25 lbs, carry up to 25 lbs, and move up to 25 lbs.

·         Exposure to reasonable noise level, changes in temperature, odors, humidity, lint, and dust

·         Must be able to wear Personal Protective equipment for extended periods of time