ASSISTANT PRODUCTION MANAGER

CROWN LINEN LLC•Haines City, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Production Manager oversees performance, output, and safety during an assigned shift. This leadership role reports to the Production Manager and is critical in ensuring smooth, high-volume production in a clean, fast-paced environment. Crown Linen operates 365 days a year, so a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, Operations, Logistics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of supervisory experience, preferably in laundry, manufacturing, logistics, commercial, warehouse or distribution operations
Strong understanding of production metrics (e.g. PPOH), cost control, and workflow optimization
Experience in high-volume, time-sensitive environments (e.g. logistics, 3PL, commercial laundry, or manufacturing)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; team-builder with a hands-on leadership style
Knowledge of OSHA and safety standards
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of laundry equipment and washroom chemistry is a plus
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Working knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) or production tracking tools l
Experience working with industrial laundry or high-volume production equipment

Responsibilities

Support the Production Manager in overseeing laundry operations across all departments (receiving, sorting, washing, folding, and distribution)
Support team leads and resolves workflow or personnel issues promptly
Ensure compliance with housekeeping, quality control, safety, and sanitation standards
Monitor and report on labor, productivity (PPOH), and cost metrics
Assist in preparing reports: daily KPIs, labor reports, operating logs, and customer feedback
Coordinate with Engineering to maintain and troubleshoot production equipment
Train, coach, and support staff on production methods and safety procedures
Participate in hiring, training, reviews, and disciplinary processes
Support emergency responses and customer issues as needed
Promote employee engagement, retention, and team development
Assist in maintaining OSHA compliance and regulatory training
Maintain expected PPOH (e.g., 130+)
Support continuous improvement initiatives and implement process improvement initiatives using Lean or Six Sigma tools
Build a high-performing, safety-conscious, and accountable team environment