Assistant Production Manager Trainee - UniFirst

Assistant Production Manager Trainee - UniFirst

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This is not your average training program. At UniFirst , the Assistant Production Manager Trainee (APM‑T) role is a hands‑on, high‑impact opportunity for individuals ready to step into operational leadership from day one. Over the course of this 9‑month immersive program , you won’t just observe — you’ll be actively performing the full scope of APM responsibilities in tandem with your mentor, an experienced Production Manager focusing on people leadership, operational oversight, and business decision‑making. This structured, performance‑based program is designed to prepare you to transition into an APM role upon successful completion.

Willingness to relocate at the end of the program is required .

What You’ll Do

• Perform APM duties from day one : lead daily production operations, ensure team performance, uphold safety standards, and meet production goals.
• Take ownership of workflow management, employee supervision, scheduling, inventory control, and process optimization.
• Learn through coaching and real responsibilities, not theoretical assignments.
• Drive efficiency and quality through active involvement in lean initiatives and process improvements.
• Partner with other departments (Sales, Service, Office, Maintenance) to align production goals with company‑wide objectives.
• Conduct safety inspections, participate in training programs, and help build a culture of proactive safety and accountability.
• Learn and apply strategies for managing wastewater systems and reducing environmental impact.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & People Management

Operational Oversight

Make independent decisions regarding staffing allocation, process adjustments, and resource utilization.

Strategic & Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Safety & Compliance

Program Benefits

Upon Successful Completion

Graduates of the program will be fully equipped and eligible to step into a full‑time, Assistant Production Manager role at a UniFirst Production facility — where they will lead with confidence and capability from day one.

What Success Looks Like

Why This Role Is Different

Qualifications

Required

Preferred

Join Us and Lead the Way

At UniFirst, we don’t just train leaders—we build them. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, learn by doing, and take the fast track into a leadership role, apply now to join our Assistant Production Manager Trainee program.

UniFirst 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.

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