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Alsco Inc.
Operations Manager
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What they do
An Operations Manager manages operations for a specific area within a company or organization. Supervises staff, oversees quality control, process improvement, and budget management for daily work activities. Has significant authority within their area of responsibility such as hiring, training, and managing staff.
$122,008 / year median in Washington
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Classification:
Exempt Job Summary:
The Operations Manager is responsible for overall direction of Plant Operations. This position is also referred to as Plant Superintendent. Performs other duties as required and reports to the General Manager.Essential Functions:
- Provides overall direction to Plant Operations and makes changes in work methods and equipment to maximize labor efficiency.
- Leads, trains and supervises the Production staff, as well as overall supervision of the Plant.
- Responsible for overseeing the purchasing of linens, garments and processing supplies.
- Consults with engineering, sales and service management to ensure the smooth operation of the plant.
- Responsible for execution of company production policies, procedures and standards.
- Responsible for setting standards in production, quality, housekeeping and safety.
- Responsible for creating and adherence to department budgets, as well as hiring, discipline and employee relations.
- Follow written and verbal instructions, attend meetings and perform other tasks as directed by supervision.
Additional Functions:
- May work with and support other branch personnel as required by supervision.
Qualifications:
- Have a minimum of two years of business management experience in a production environment with strong supervisory and management skills.
- Good organizational skills.
- Ability to lead, motivate and develop staff.
- Recognize colors, sizes and types of product. Count, add and subtract accurately.
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English, ability to comprehend and follow direction, as well as good time management skills and being a team player.
Education:
- High School graduation or similar experience.
Typical Physical Activity:
- Physical Demands/Requirements consist of standing, sitting, walking, stooping, driving a forklift, grasping, moving equipment, pushing, pulling, moving loaded carts weighing up to 500 lbs.
Typical Environmental Conditions:
- Production areas of a typical industrial laundry facility which includes variations in temperature, odors, humidity, lint and dust.
Travel Requirements:
- Occasionally, to visit customers or possibly to attend training meetings.