Entry Level Assistant Production Manager Jobs
New grad assistant production manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or hands-on project experience can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Electronics & Hardware, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Jabil, UniFirst, and Scholastic hiring at this level now.
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At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
Shift Available:
12-Hour Days: Rotating 3 on, 4 off, etc. - 401 Shift - Sunday - Tuesday (week 1) / Sunday - Wednesday (week 2): 5am - 4:30pm
Location (On-Site, Hybrid, or Remote?):
This role will be based on-site at our Florence, KY facility.
How Will You Make An Impact?
The Asst. Production Supervisor will oversee production processes and assists Supervisor in establishing production priorities for products in keeping with effective operations and cost factors.
What Will You Do?
- Confers with management personnel to establish production and quality control standards. Also assists in obtaining data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered.
- Helps to minimize excessive material on production floor.
- Assists in the coordination of production activities with procurement, maintenance, and quality control activities to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment.
- Reviews and discusses production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications, and operating or production problems with production supervisors.
- Assists in the minimization of scrap and materials request order (MRO) usage.
- Ensures that each workstation has a clean operating area.
- Assists in the implementation of operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve metrics.
- Monitors all production metrics and completes monthly “report card”.
- Seeks continued improvement in lowering line and plant defects per million (DPM).
- Ensures that line employees read, understand and adhere to appropriate policies and procedures.
- Ensures proper stocking and availability of operation supplies and equipment.
- Assists in monitoring the SPC system to fix repetitive and recognize problems immediately. Compiles, stores, and retrieves production data.
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
How Will You Get Here?
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field preferred.
Experience:
- At least 2 years' experience in a manufacturing role, which includes some team leadership and/or mentorship experience as well.
- Or a combination of education, experience and/or training.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of global and regional logistics operations and industry.
- Strong proficiency in determining logistics requirements to enable company’s business goals and objectives with ability to devise and implement strategy to achieve targets.
- Strong financial and analytical ability.
- Proficiency in managing business analytics to determine optimum company footprint.
- Strong knowledge of international direct and indirect taxes as well as global customs regimes.
- Proven track record of successful change management accomplishments, implementing and management continuous productivity and cost reduction programs.
- Strong and convincing communication skills.
- Proficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and e-mail skills required.
Benefits You Will Receive While Working With Jabil:
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
- 401K match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- Adoption Assistance
- Annual Merit Increases
- Community Volunteer Opportunities
BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver’s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.
Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accessibility Accommodation
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to Always_Accessible@Jabil.com or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
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At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
Shift Available:
12-Hour Days: Rotating 3 on, 4 off, etc. - 401 Shift - Sunday - Tuesday (week 1) / Sunday - Wednesday (week 2): 5am - 4:30pm
Location (On-Site, Hybrid, or Remote?):
This role will be based on-site at our Florence, KY facility.
How Will You Make An Impact?
The Asst. Production Supervisor will oversee production processes and assists Supervisor in establishing production priorities for products in keeping with effective operations and cost factors.
What Will You Do?
- Confers with management personnel to establish production and quality control standards. Also assists in obtaining data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered.
- Helps to minimize excessive material on production floor.
- Assists in the coordination of production activities with procurement, maintenance, and quality control activities to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment.
- Reviews and discusses production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications, and operating or production problems with production supervisors.
- Assists in the minimization of scrap and materials request order (MRO) usage.
- Ensures that each workstation has a clean operating area.
- Assists in the implementation of operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve metrics.
- Monitors all production metrics and completes monthly “report card”.
- Seeks continued improvement in lowering line and plant defects per million (DPM).
- Ensures that line employees read, understand and adhere to appropriate policies and procedures.
- Ensures proper stocking and availability of operation supplies and equipment.
- Assists in monitoring the SPC system to fix repetitive and recognize problems immediately. Compiles, stores, and retrieves production data.
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
How Will You Get Here?
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field preferred.
Experience:
- At least 2 years' experience in a manufacturing role, which includes some team leadership and/or mentorship experience as well.
- Or a combination of education, experience and/or training.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of global and regional logistics operations and industry.
- Strong proficiency in determining logistics requirements to enable company’s business goals and objectives with ability to devise and implement strategy to achieve targets.
- Strong financial and analytical ability.
- Proficiency in managing business analytics to determine optimum company footprint.
- Strong knowledge of international direct and indirect taxes as well as global customs regimes.
- Proven track record of successful change management accomplishments, implementing and management continuous productivity and cost reduction programs.
- Strong and convincing communication skills.
- Proficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and e-mail skills required.
Benefits You Will Receive While Working With Jabil:
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
- 401K match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- Adoption Assistance
- Annual Merit Increases
- Community Volunteer Opportunities
BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver’s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.
Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accessibility Accommodation
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to Always_Accessible@Jabil.com or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
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Entry Level Assistant Production Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level assistant production manager job?
Focus on internships, campus productions, or volunteer coordination experience that shows you can support a production workflow under real deadlines. Employers at this level look for candidates who understand scheduling basics, can communicate across teams, and are comfortable in fast-moving environments. A portfolio of projects you helped coordinate, even small ones, gives you a concrete edge over candidates with only coursework.
Which companies hire entry level assistant production managers?
Companies hiring entry level assistant production managers right now include Jabil, UniFirst, and Scholastic, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a mix of production studios, manufacturing firms, event companies, and media organizations that bring on junior candidates to support established production teams.
Are there remote entry level assistant production manager jobs?
Yes, though most entry level roles in this field are on-site because hands-on coordination is central to the work. About 0% of entry level assistant production manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so options exist for candidates who need flexibility, particularly in media, marketing, and content production contexts.
Are these new grad assistant production manager jobs?
Yes, many of these postings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates and candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships or student productions toward eligibility, and treats a strong portfolio as a substitute for a longer work history.
Which industries hire the most entry level assistant production managers?
Entry Level assistant production manager roles concentrate in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Electronics & Hardware, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the junior level because they run ongoing production cycles that require additional coordination support, creating a steady need for candidates who are ready to learn on the job.