PPE Care Assistant Manager (Kent)

LN Curtis & Sons • Kent, WA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

CURTIS PPE Care is seeking a detail-oriented, operationally focused Assistant Manager to partner with and assist the Branch Manager in leading a highly effective team. This role involves coordinating daily high-volume PPE throughput at our Kent warehouse. The position combines leading others in production work, workflow coordination, training, and problem-solving to ensure first responders receive best-in-class service. The work is structured and process-driven, requiring execution of repeatable workflows while applying judgment for customer-specific requirements, NFPA standards, and product specifications. This role demands precision, consistency, and independent decision-making, offering opportunities to master complex systems, improve efficiency, and take pride in delivering reliable, high-quality outcomes.

Requirements

• Experience leading and coaching others as a manager, assistant manager, or lead
• Experience in high volume, process driven production or manufacturing
• The ability to manage multiple processes to achieve high quality results
• Comfortable in a warehouse setting with physical demands
• Ability to stand and move for extended periods (up to 8 hours per day)
• Ability to lift and handle items up to 50 pounds
• Valid driver’s license and comfort driving regularly as part of the workday
• Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel for operational data entry
• Proficient in reading, writing, and comprehending English
• Ability to remain calm and maintain focus in a deadline driven workspace
• Ability to achieve stress management and demonstrate good decision making
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with various leaders of city departments
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy at production pace
• Retain complex information after initial training and apply it consistently
• Create and use notes, checklists, or references to ensure accuracy
• Thrive in focused, independent work environments
• Able to train others on processes and reinforce expectations
• Maintain focus and consistency in a structured, task-driven environment
• Value clear, specific feedback and continuous improvement
• Comfortable with structured, process-driven work that requires judgment and adaptation

Nice To Haves

• Experience in regulated or compliance-driven operations
• Familiarity with detailed documentation and traceability requirements
• Awareness of the impact of decisions and actions to financial performance
• Experience with shipping and receiving
• Knowledge of industrial laundry or PPE inspection

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule work of team members
• Perform some human resources functions, such as reviewing timecards, and being involved with hiring & employee reviews, and other duties assigned by the branch manager
• Inspect, launder, and handle firefighter PPE in a production warehouse environment
• Ensure quality standards are met and maintained throughout the process
• Process PPE orders using established workflows with customer and garment-specific requirements
• Apply NFPA 1850 and internal standards accurately and consistently while adapting to situational variables
• Perform detailed, high-volume data entry related to orders, repairs, and customer information
• Maintain accurate records and documentation throughout the process
• Identify errors, inconsistencies, or missing information and resolve or escalate appropriately
• Coordinate daily and short-term production schedules to prevent bottlenecks
• Operate cleaning, testing, and inspection equipment as required
• Ensure safe functionality of all laundry and repair equipment
• Participate in shipping, receiving, and inventory counts
• Drive company vehicles for routine pickups and deliveries to fire stations
• Support facility organization, cleanliness, and workflow efficiency
• Work independently for extended periods
• Train team members on processes, expectations, and quality standards
• Coordinate with the Branch Manager to ensure timely intake, processing, and delivery schedules

Benefits

• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Affirmative Action employer
• Consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
• Participation in the E-Verify program
• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed