Production Assistant Manager at Woodlawn

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Cincinnati, OH, USA
In-Office
20-20 Hourly
Senior level
Consumer Web • Retail
The Role
Supports the Production Manager in overseeing daily closeout-goods operations, production efficiency, merchandise pricing, inventory flow, safety, and customer service standards. Supervises, trains, and coaches production staff; manages scheduling, payroll, timekeeping, staffing, supplies, reporting, and fleet activities. The role serves as manager-on-duty when needed and collaborates with employment and training programs to support Goodwill’s mission. Work occurs in a warehouse environment and includes lifting, flexible shifts, weekends, and holidays.
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About Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries
 Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing job training, employment placement, and support services for individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment. With a focus on empowering individuals to achieve greater independence and inclusion in the community, Ohio Valley Goodwill has been serving the Greater Cincinnati area for over 100 years.
 
POSITION SUMMARY: (WHAT, HOW, WHY)
The Assistant Production Manager (APM) supports the Production Manager in leading daily operations and team performance in Closeout Goods. This role provides hands-on leadership across production, ensures operational standards are consistently met, and serves as the manager-on-duty in the absence of the Production Manager. The APM plays a critical role in driving production efficiency, team development and execution of Goodwill’s mission and brand standards.

Pay: $20/hr
 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Five (5) years of Retail or equivalent experience preferred
  • Two (2) years of progressive retail leadership or supervisory experience preferred
  • Experience training, coaching, and developing associates
  • Proficiency in scheduling, payroll, and workforce management systems
  • Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Basic math and computer proficiency
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including openings, closings, weekends, and holidays

ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS: Proper lifting, stacking and sorting methods preferred.


Key Responsibilities

Production Operations & Execution

  • Partner with the Production Manager to oversee daily operations
  • Execute administrative and clerical functions such as ordering supplies and operational reporting
  • Ensure efficient production and pricing
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment at all times

Team Leadership & Development

  • Supervise, coach, train, and support team members
  • Support onboarding and ongoing training to ensure consistent execution of operational and service standards
  • Provide feedback and partner with leadership and HR on performance management and corrective action when needed

Scheduling, Labor & Workforce Management

  • Maintain employee schedules & ensure appropriate coverage while meeting payroll targets
  • Manage time and attendance in HRIS and ensure accurate and timely payroll submission
  • Adjust staffing levels to align with production needs and business demands
  • Manage the vehicle fleet and reporting

Production, Merchandising & Inventory

  • Ensure smooth and secure flow of goods in compliance with safety, security, and operational standards
  • Monitor pricing practices and merchandise quality to ensure consistency and accuracy

Safety, Compliance & Communication

  • Maintain a safe work environment for employees by enforcing safety and loss prevention standards
  • Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and applicable regulations
  • Maintain effective communication with leadership, other locations, and support departments

Mission Support

  • Collaborate with Employment and Training programs to support Goodwill’s mission and community impact

Supervisory Responsibility 

  • Direct supervisory responsibility for Production Leaders, Merchandise Processors, Material Handlers, temporary workers, and program participants
  • Work a flexible schedule in support of production including night, weekend, and holiday shifts
  • Ability to effectively communicate in English with internal and external customers

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work in climate-controlled and non-climate-controlled environments
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, lift, and climb for extended periods
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Ability to perform frequent computer-based work
  • Regular, predictable attendance is required

Working Conditions

  • Primary Environment: warehouse environment
  • Moderate noise levels typical of a warehouse environment
  • Exposure to donated goods and varying temperatures
  • Driving may be required

We offer competitive pay and benefits including:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability
  • Paid Vacation and Sick
  • Paid Holidays
  • 403(b) with company match
  • Employee Assistance Program

This is the ideal job for those individuals seeking life enrichment opportunities. 
 If you’re looking for a rewarding, fulfilling experience, please join our team!!
 
Please complete application and attach resume with detailed work experience. Incomplete applications will not be considered for the position.
 
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7:30 AM - 4:00 PM - Varying Monday - Sunday

Skills Required

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Five years of retail or equivalent experience
  • Two years of progressive retail leadership or supervisory experience
  • Experience training, coaching, and developing associates
  • Proficiency in scheduling, payroll, and workforce management systems
  • Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Basic math and computer proficiency
  • Ability to work flexible schedules, including openings, closings, weekends, and holidays
  • Knowledge of proper lifting, stacking, and sorting methods
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English with internal and external customers
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, lift, and climb for extended periods
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Regular, predictable attendance
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The Company
HQ: Cincinnati, Ohio
241 Employees
Year Founded: 1916

What We Do

Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries is an employment and training center serving more than 3000 individuals annually with disabilities and other barriers to employment including our nation's veterans. Goodwill supports its mission of service to the community by raising 90% of its operating funds through its network of 19 retail stores and 30 attended donation center locations. In addition, Goodwill raises vital funds through its weekly Auto Auction on Saturday mornings. See www.goodwillcars.com for more information. The organization not only offers a comprehensive array of services designed to help people to achieve personal success including Vocational Evaluation, Skills Training, Job Placement as well as Job Coaching services, it also offers Business Services through its Industrial Services division. Fulfillment including assembly and packaging as well as Total Facilities Management can be provided through Ohio Valley Goodwill's Business to Business services. See www.goodwillb2b.com for more information. Goodwill has been providing outstanding, award-winning programs and services in the Greater Cincinnati area for more than 100 years and takes great pride in the successes of the men and women it serves. For more information or to schedule a tour, please visit www.cincinnatigoodwill.org or call (513) 771-4800.

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