Direct all warehouse and distribution operations to promote safe, efficient, and optimal utilization of our facilities, equipment, and personnel. Maintain the areas in a safe and clean condition to meet all federal, state and Company requirements and operate within the designated financial and productivity guidelines.
Connecting you to great benefits
Weekly Paychecks
Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
401(k) w/ Company Match
Stock Purchase Plan
Education Reimbursement
Legal Insurance
Discounts viva PerkSpot.com
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee, observe and enforce all safety rules in an effort to eliminate accidents and injuries.
Oversee, train, develop, evaluate and ensure accountability of the warehouse management team and the warehouse associates.
Serve as the role model of responsible, accountable and effective leadership for operations.
Maintain a work environment that recruits, retains and supports all operations personnel.
Execute processes for the selection, development, motivation and evaluation of staff.
Maintain knowledge and effectively administer all Company policies and procedures including training, communication,associate discipline.
Initiate and maintain yard and warehouse cleanliness for responsible areas.
Maintain working knowledge of all warehouse related systems and processes.
Collaborate with all departments (Operations, HR, Administration) to achieve most efficient product flow and to continuously drive best cost and service.
Responsible for proper receiving, slotting and shipping of products and the relationship to accuracy and product quality, as well as productivity.
Work effectively with the Senior Managers, Warehouse Standards and Operations to minimize warehouse shrink and to maximize productivity with configuration and execution.
Foster an environment that encourages associate involvement, commit to quality of work for self and others, and provide leadership for mutual benefit to Company, associates and customers.
Ensure that all required associate records, evaluations, and related documentation are maintained in a timely, consistent, and accurate manner as well as ensuring the operations management team is fully trained and effective in these processes.
Responsible for ensuring the appearance, maintenance and security of the warehouse and equipment are ongoing.
Support the safety effort by working with the safety department to resolve safety issues.
Send/receive positive communications to responsible associates.
Communicate and reinforce policies and procedures (Coaching Maximizing Performance Program, Preferred Work Methods, and Best Business Practices) to ensure associates are trained in safety, job knowledge, and attainment of performance standards.
Maintain an effective working relationship between assigned management of all respective operations departments.
Act as a problem solver for associate relations issues and department needs.
Understand and comply with all applicable company policies (i.e. attendance, Code of Business Conduct & Ethics, Associate Handbook, etc.
Understand and ensure compliance with all applicable State/Federal laws, regulations and policies (i.e. OSHA etc).
Work along direct reports and accept additional responsibilities or special projects as requested.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide direction and leadership to subsidiary associates as well as ongoing communication of related status and issues to management.
Determines and provides training and development of staff members as needed.
Identifies staffing requirements and assists in personnel recruitment to fulfill staffing requirements.
Responsible for associate performance evaluations of immediate subordinates for the purpose of communicating and properly documenting expectations and evaluations to the staff.
Provides ongoing feedback on the performance of subordinates and the department by monitoring activities and reports.
Responsible for managing all warehouse operations staff including non-exempt (hourly) associates.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill set, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An individual should contact the Human Resource representative or hiring manager if he or she believes that an accommodation is needed.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills between associates, peers, and senior management.
Must have the ability to plan and organize work and time, analyze and disseminate numerical data, follow policies and procedures, possess basic math skills, and identify and solve problems.
Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
Must have ability to handle departmental issues, mitigate differences, and support direct reports.
Must have demonstrated ability to plan and organize work and time, follow policies and procedures, identify and solve problems.
Must have ability to foster a cooperative work environment with business partners and collaborate with multiple teams at multiple levels within the organization to achieve Company objectives.
Must have the ability to plan, develop and coordinate multiple projects.
Must be able to effectively perform in a multi-tasking environment with frequent interruptions.
Must be able to effectively manage confidential information.
Must pass a physical assessment test.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required. Bachelor's Degree related to operations systems, business management or related fields is preferred. Food service knowledge preferred. A minimum of 5 verifiable experience in various management/leadership roles in a distribution related industry or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Must have working knowledge of warehouse management systems to include inbound, outbound and inventory management processes. Conceptual understanding of labor management systems for operations is required. Experience in labor relations relative to effective management of operations associates is required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Must be articulate and possess effective written and verbal communication skills with individuals of broadly varying backgrounds and educational levels at all levels within the organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, percent, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY
It is expected that the incumbent will be able to work in a proactive manner, address issues, and solve problems by using previous education and experience in identifying appropriate actions. Problems will vary in complexity and there will not always be a clearly defined solution. Some solutions may require modifying past applications or creating a solution unique to the current situation but within the regulations that would apply.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Certification on material handling equipment is preferred.
Forklift Certification or ability to become certified.
DOT Certification or ability to become certified.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION
The working conditions and physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An individual should contact his or her supervisor or the Human Resources Department if he or she believes that an accommodation is needed.
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk and hear, and to use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse. The associate frequently is required to sit. The associate is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Job duties are performed in a warehouse/operations environment with frequent time spent in an office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently exposed to varying temperatures to include all four seasons and dry warehouse locations. The associate is regularly exposed to fast moving material handling equipment or other mechanical equipment. The associate may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, vehicle emissions, contained toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the warehouse work environment varies depending upon the time of day and activities.
WORK HOURS
This is a full-time position which might include occasional extended day shifts. Average work schedule is from 7am-5pm M-F. Work hours may vary or change based on departmental requirements.
TRAVEL
The position may require some travel to support the business needs of the company and affiliate locations.
The above statement reflects the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.
Why work with us
Your career here is more than just a job - it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.
Building stronger solutions together
Diversity and inclusion are an essential part of our culture and success. Our company is an equal-opportunity employer - we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
