Production Supervisor

Red, White & Blue | Mile High Thrift | World Thrift | Valley Thrift | Community Thrift | Thrift • Bradenton, FL

16d • $20 - $22

About The Position

As the Production Supervisor at RWB Thrift, you will support the Production Manager and oversee daily operations in the production room. You will work with the production team to maintain efficient workflow and quality standards and meet production goals. The role involves supervising production activities, coaching and developing team members, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational procedures. With guidance from the Production Manager, you will help optimize productivity, resolve operational issues, and contribute to the success of the thrift store operations. The position also provides opportunities to learn scheduling, recruitment, employee management, and broader business operations.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Basic computer skills, including MS Office, Teams, and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently and complete assignments within provided instructions, established routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Ability to safely perform essential job functions and meet qualitative and quantitative productivity requirements.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 lbs and frequently exert up to 25 lbs of force.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform regular repetitive motions.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, fine motor skills, balance, and agility.
• Visual clarity at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more.
• Must wear closed-toe shoes for safety.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, busy, noisy, and brightly lit environment.
• Ability to interact regularly with customers, donors, and coworkers and communicate effectively.
• Ability to switch tasks or departments and work in assigned areas as operational needs require.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in both English and Spanish.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous thrift, retail, warehouse, or customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production-room operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to production schedules.
• Monitor quality standards for processed merchandise and ensure items are prepared for the sales floor according to company guidelines.
• Work with the production team to meet production goals and optimize productivity.
• Coach and develop production team members, providing guidance and support.
• Assist with training new production team members on operational procedures and safety protocols.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational procedures.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and address safety concerns promptly.
• Collaborate with the Production Manager to resolve operational issues and implement process improvements.
• Support the Production Manager in achieving departmental goals and contributing to thrift store operations.
• Assist with building production schedules and managing workflow to optimize labor efficiency.
• Provide input for performance evaluations and contribute to performance management as directed by the Production Manager.
• Learn and apply scheduling techniques, recruitment processes, and employee management skills under the Production Manager's guidance.
• Participate in training and development programs relevant to production operations.
• Review key reports, learn departmental goals, and contribute to achieving performance metrics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED