Assistant Manager

Overview

Assistant Manager – Operations / Manufacturing |

Location:

Lincoln, Alabama | Department:
Operations / Production | Type:
Full-Time | Shift-Based Role

We are seeking a motivated, hands-on Assistant Manager to support daily operations within a fast-paced manufacturing/warehouse environment. This role is ideal for a strong operational leader who thrives in structured environments, enjoys developing people, and is passionate about safety, quality, and continuous improvement. You will play a key leadership role in driving performance, supporting production goals, developing teams, and ensuring operational excellence across the department.

Operations & Performance

• Support business plan objectives and ensure departmental goals are achieved
• Manage manpower planning, resource allocation, and budgeting for efficient operations
• Achieve daily production targets and operational KPIs
• Maintain inventory accuracy and reporting standards
• Lead departmental projects and new model initiatives
• Ensure daily and monthly operational reports are completed on time
• Drive continuous improvement across processes and activities

• Lead, coach, and develop Supervisors, section leaders, and associates
• Serve as a role model in safety, quality, attendance, housekeeping, and professionalism
• Support the Associate Training Program and NC Circle Program
• Participate in recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, and disciplinary processes
• Promote a positive, high-performance team culture

• Maintain regulatory, compliance, and operational standards
• Monitor safety performance and implement corrective and preventative actions
• Enforce company policies, procedures, and safety standards
• Proactively identify risks and implement preventative solutions

• Maintain professional, consistent communication with customers and associates
• Collaborate effectively with peers, leadership, and cross-functional teams
• Present project updates and operational information to management

Education

• Post-high school qualification preferred (Operations Management, Business, or related field) or equivalent practical experience

Experience

• Minimum 5+ years in warehouse, manufacturing, or operations management
• Proven leadership experience in production or industrial environments
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage projects, and drive performance

Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• High accountability, reliability, and attendance standards
• Strong computer and reporting skills
• Flexible and adaptable to operational demands

• Must be willing to work any shift, weekends, holidays, and overtime as operationally required

• Opportunity to grow into senior operations leadership
• High-impact role with real influence on performance and culture
• Structured operational environment with clear performance goals
• Strong focus on training, development, and continuous improvement
• Career progression in manufacturing and operations leadership

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