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