Production Support Specialist - UniFirst (London, ON)

Our Production Team is Kind of a Big Deal! Uni First is seeking a reliable and driven Production Team Partner to join our Uni First Community. As a Production Support Specialist, you will support incremental improvements and oversee process implementation. You will have the opportunity to become an integral member within the Production management team at one of our many Uni First locations. This role requires extensive travel (~2 weeks per month) to support our Production teams throughout our Canada locations. Pay & Benefits: On the job training & a competitive salary + 401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Direct Payroll Deposit, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, Employee Referral Bonuses. Whats in it for you? Training: Specialists can expect a 4-week virtual UBS training period. Specialists will also be visiting designated plants on a bi-weekly basis to undergo on-site UBS training. Career Growth: Upon program completion, there is an opportunity for Specialists to transition to members of the Production management team at one of our various locations. Opportunities may require relocation. Culture: Our community culture is what makes Uni First an organization that stands out from the rest. Diversity: At Uni First, you''ll find an environment packed with different cultures, personalities, and backgrounds. We believe our diversity makes us who we are, and we strive every day to build a culture where everyone feels welcome. What youll be doing: Support the launch and implementation of production programs or systems. Serve as a subject matter expert and train department personnel on production process. Provide on-site support to team partners and management. Support Production initiatives such as UPM, serialization, auditing, and improvement visits. Support changes in corporate initiatives, direction, goals, and priorities to Production management. Support policy and procedure adherence Support the development and execution of production strategies. Assist locations improve performance on key production metrics. Help evaluate ideal labor needs, cost controls, process and policy compliance. Identify key areas for improvement with large ROI and work with each location to overcome production shortfalls. Support and drive efforts to correct deficiencies found during monthly and annual soap vendor audits. Work with locations to improve compliance with basic wash process procedures (i.e., turn time, proper loading, equipment utilization, proper formula use, and chemical cost reduction). Assist in managing action for each location where opportunities for improvement are identified, measured, prioritized, and driven by working with location leadership. Assist current plant start-ups. Complete other duties that may be assigned as required. Qualifications What were looking for: A degree from an accredited college or university is required. Must be at least 21 years of age or older. A valid drivers license and a safe driving record is required. Production and Stockroom experience is strongly preferred. Bilingual in English and Spanish is strongly preferred. Strong project management skills and attention to detail. Strategic problem-solving capabilities. Excellent intra-personal and communication skills. Ability to complete tasks under minimal supervision and meet task deadlines. Capability to learn UBS applications. Ability to travel between 50%-75%. Approximately 2-3 weeks of travel per month across our various Canada locations. Ability to work potential weekends due to travel and deployment schedules. A valid passport to travel in and out of the U.S. is required. Travel to Canada will be required. Capacity to be flexible and shift priorities when necessary. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Ability to commit to the completion of this program. Must be willing to relocate for potential advancement opportunities. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pjyp6