Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST® is the largest and only national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the healthcare market. Acquired by private equity firm Calera Capital in 2018, ImageFIRST serves medical facilities nationwide providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs, and more while managing their clients’ linen inventory for cost management. As leaders in infection prevention, they currently own and operate the most HLAC-accredited facilities in the industry. With one of the highest customer retention rates in the industry – 97% – ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction and making staff happy with our white glove service!

Check out our company page: https://www.imagefirst.com/company/

 Due to tremendous growth, we are seeking an ASSISTANT PLANT MANAGER to join our commercial laundry services team in Los Angeles (Gardena,) CA!

Monday - Friday days and assist as needed - 24 hour plant

PAY: $85K-$95K + bonus

This is a growth opportunity - the primary focus of this position is to manage all aspects of plant operations and to advance within the company.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage people, productivity, safety compliance, production planning, maintenance, equipment operation and departmental communication
• Additional focus to include financial budgeting, forecasting, vendor negotiations, plant improvements, cost reduction and administrative compliance  
• Manage Production Supervisor’s scope of responsibilities
• Manage production environment and product inventory, and execute product orders within budgetary parameters
• Provide production reporting to all company executives as needed
• Maintain and assure all company associate programs are executed
• Lead and administer monthly Safety Committee meetings, weekly team production meetings, and daily production supervisor staff meetings
• Manage the Maintenance Department assuring scope of responsibilities are met
• Conduct daily product audits to assure quality standards are met
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 2 years experience in manufacturing/production supervisory role, 3-5 years manufacturing/production experience 
• Must be able to relocate for future career advancement
• Advanced MS Excel skills to track KPIs and metrics, create internal reports

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred 
• Experience with process improvement methodologies such as LEAN manufacturing, 6 Sigma, 6S, Kaizen 
• Knowledge of financial systems
• Ability to work on a flexible schedule
• Wage and hour experience
• Ability to be trained in multi-faceted capacities
• Health care or universal precautions training preferred

Required Competencies:

• Be Respectful: Value all we come in contact with
• Be Remarkable: Create a positive moment with every interaction
• Be Safe: Keep ourselves and those around us safe
• Be Honest: Be guided by truthfulness in all we do  

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision 
• Pet, Legal, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance 
• 401k (match)
• Paid Time Off Package
• Great company culture
• Collaborative team environment 

EOE / Drug-Free Workplace 

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  We are fueled by the talent, passion, and diversity of our associates.

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