Production Assistant Manager

Evergreen Goodwill•Burien, WA

16h•$59,000 - $63,000

About The Position

The Production Assistant Manager manages the day-to-day operations of the production department. Responsible for the receiving and moving donations from the receiving area to the retail sales floor, maximizing retail dollars from our donations while maintaining an optimum level of merchandise production.

Requirements

Minimum High School diploma; or equivalent GED.
Minimum 1 year’s production or warehouse experience.
Minimum1 year’s supervisory experience.
Ability to lead a team.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to motivate people, instill accountability and achieve results.
Proficient knowledge with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
Ability to learn new technology and software as related to the job.
the employee will be required to lift and carry 35 pounds; have developed fine motor control (grasp, handle, manipulate objects with fingers; standing for long periods, frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping, squatting, pushing; climbing ladders; able to travel across a variety of surfaces (stairs, ramps, uneven terrain).
Ability to operate computer systems.
Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Able to communicate with others effectively both verbally and written, including those who have limited English skills.
Maintain reliable attendance.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong internal/external customer service skills
Customer service skills
Organizing, sorting, categorizing, counting, adding, subtracting,
Interpreting data
Problem Solving
Leadership/coaching skills
Must be able to work a flexible schedule and attend on and off site meetings.
Must have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

Spend time in each production area daily checking workflow, individual performance and relieving employees as needed.
Implement and track ongoing training of production concerning quality, pricing, and merchandising criteria.
Monitor and record each employee’s daily production.
Responsible for daily departmental production, reviewing performance and production needs with the Store Manager on a regular basis.
Audit quality decisions of donations moving to the store and to salvage.
Direct production employees in ragging off and markdowns based on planned sales promotions.
Cross train staff in functions concerning retail issues.
Monitor inventory levels and order as need supplemental merchandise from warehouse.
Inventory and order production supplies.
Promote, coordinate and oversee safety issues in the production area.
Manage disposal of garbage, recycling and hazardous waste materials in a cost saving manner and according to applicable regulations and company policies.
Communicate effectively with the Transportation department.
Promote a clean work environment.
Upholds safe work practices in support of a safety culture through awareness and observation; train and educate employees of safety requirements; reports any potential hazards or accidents.
Other duties as assigned.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Goodwill’s policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; monitoring performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Partner with People Relations as needed and appropriate.

Benefits

A health plan that includes medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
100% Employer-paid life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long term disability insurance (for salaried employee)
Voluntary supplemental coverage for life, accident, illness, and short- and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Plan
Roth and 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan program
Paid vacation, (9) holiday and sick time
Limited paid time off for Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
Employee discounts
Employee referral bonus
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Mentorship Program
Career Advancement Opportunities
Paid Job Training