Production Manager

Responsibilities

Mission Linen Supply is seeking an experienced Production Manager to exercise planning authority, organizing, directing, and controlling all production functions and activities within an assigned work crew, in conjunction with the direction of the General Manager.

This role requires hands-on experience in the textile-rental industry or a related manufacturing industry, plus strong knowledge of industrial laundry operations and linen products and services. We're looking for proven production leaders who already understand how an industrial plant runs and are ready to take ownership of one.

Why Mission Linen Supply

If you're looking for a stable industry with real, ongoing leadership opportunities, this role is built for that. Mission Linen Supply is a family-owned, privately held company and a leading provider of linen, uniform, and facility service products across five western states. Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA, Mission has grown from a one-man operation into an industry leader, while remaining stable, essential, and steadily growing. Industrial laundry and linen services are a recession-resistant, essential industry. Hospitals, hotels, and restaurants need clean linens and uniforms regardless of the economy. That means real, ongoing opportunities for career advancement, not a static org chart.

Compensation

• Minimum base salary: $90,000 - $110,000 depending on experience. Starting salary is based on education, experience, other qualifications, and location of assignment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings program
• Paid time off (sick, holiday, vacation)
• Full-time employment with full benefits

Qualifications

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and supervises production, housekeeping, and preventive maintenance schedules; supervises time schedules, including holiday and vacation schedules
• Plans production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for producing the necessary inventory
• Analyzes workflow and conducts time and work measurement studies to determine changes in operating procedures, standards, production schedules, and physical layout that could increase efficiency
• Ensures security of plant facilities and equipment; plans preventive maintenance, schedules building upkeep, and monitors janitorial and trash services
• Communicates safety rules and regulations; ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations; investigates and documents all plant accidents
• Coordinates daily operations, projects, and communications with other departments; participates in plant tours; assists in developing plant goals, policies, and procedures

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Manages employees in the production and maintenance areas, responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units in conjunction with the District Manager and/or General Manager
• Manages 1 to 5 subordinate supervisors who supervise the production and maintenance areas
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, and training; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining; and resolving problems

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven production supervisory experience in the textile-rental industry or a related manufacturing industry (required)
• Strong knowledge of industrial laundry operations and linen products and services (required)
• Proven experience directly supervising production and/or maintenance teams, including subordinate supervisors
• Working knowledge of safety compliance (federal, state, and local regulations) in an industrial setting
• Experience with workflow analysis and time/work measurement studies to drive efficiency

Related Roles & Key Skills

Production Manager, Assistant Production Manager, Plant Production Manager, Manufacturing Production Manager, Operations Manager, Plant Supervisor, Production Supervisor, Industrial Laundry Manager, Textile Rental Manager, Workflow Analysis, Time and Motion Study, Preventive Maintenance Management, Safety Compliance, Team Leadership, Uniform and Linen Services, Industrial Laundry

Ready to Run Production for an Entire Plant?

If you're an experienced production leader looking for a stable industry and full ownership of a plant's production operation, apply today!

Overview

Mission Linen Supply is a family-owned, privately held company, and a leading provider of products, services, and supplies to hospitality, medical, and industrial businesses. Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Santa Barbara, the company has grown from a one-man operation to a leading player in the linen rental and uniform business across five western states. Mission Linen Supply is widely recognized for its ability to understand, anticipate, and meet its customers ‘needs while providing environmentally friendly goods and services.

 

Mission Linen Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), Affirmative Action Plan (AAP), VEVRAA Protected Veterans, Federal Contractor, and Worker with Disabilities employer. Mission Linen Supply is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or any other protected status with respect to recruitment, hiring, promotion and other terms and conditions of employment. Workers with Disabilities needing assistance applying please feel free to call HR Office at 805-730-3612.

 

To be considered for employment with Mission Linen Supply, you will need to apply online at missionlinen.com, select careers, and apply for the position you are interested in.  We will review your qualifications and will contact you via email or phone if you are selected for an interview.