Warehouse Materials Manager

Golden State Foods • Conyers, GA • 1d ago

Overview

ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS

Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the foodservice industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Warehouse Materials Manager is a process-focused, execution-driven role responsible for the integrity and efficiency of all material-related warehouse functions within the facility. This position oversees critical activities related to material receiving, scanning compliance, kitting, thaw, and inventory rotation using FIFO/FEFO principles.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Material Movement & Flow Optimization (30%)

Cost Focused mindset to manage and continuously improve raw material and packaging flow from receiving to production, including internal transfers, returns, and real-time staging.

Optimize warehouse layout and material movement routes for efficiency, safety, and scanning accuracy.

Ensure materials are prepped and staged in accordance with production demands and shift schedules.

Material Receiving & Warehouse Compliance (20%)

Lead the design and enforcement of receiving standards, including barcode scanning, lot capture, pallet validation, and immediate system entry.

Maintain strict compliance with GMP, BRC, HACCP, OSHA, and other internal food safety and audit requirements.

Drive scanning system accuracy and implement controls to reduce data or label errors at receiving.

Process Improvement & Systems Optimization (20%)

Analyze material movement KPIs, cost-savings initiatives, inventory turns, cycle times, and staging delays to identify improvement opportunities.

Lead and execute cross-functional initiatives focused on layout redesign, system enhancements, SOP updates, and visual management tools.

Champion 5S and Lean methods to standardize warehouse practices and reduce variability.

Kitting and Thaw Process Management (15%)

Own the accuracy and efficiency of the kitting process, ensuring materials are picked, verified, and staged correctly based on BOM and production schedule.

Oversee the thawing program, ensuring compliance with time/temperature controls, rotation protocols, and readiness for compounding.

Identify and remove bottlenecks or errors in kitting/thaw workflows to increase material readiness and reduce downtime.

Inventory Control, FIFO/FEFO, and Aging Compliance (15%)

Enforce strict adherence to FIFO (First In, First Out) and FEFO (First Expired, First Out) policies across all warehouse processes.

Utilize WMS data, cycle counts, and lot tracking to reduce inventory loss, prevent expired usage, and improve traceability.

Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for inventory discrepancies or aging issues.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

Direct management of 15-20 hourly employees through team leads and supervisor(s).

Lead performance management, staffing decisions, and workforce development.

Drive employee engagement, inclusion, and culture in alignment with GSF's values.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Operations, or related field

7+ years in warehouse operations with 3-5 years in a supervisory or leadership role.

Experience in food manufacturing, multi-temperature environments, or high-volume operations preferred.

Strong background in process optimization, inventory control, and WMS utilization

Knowledge & Skills

Strong knowledge of material flow, inventory rotation, and receiving procedures

Expert-level understanding of FIFO/FEFO principles and warehouse compliance frameworks

Proficient with WMS/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, D365, AS400, Oracle) and barcode scanning technologies

Experience applying Lean tools, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) processes

Strong analytical, documentation, and cross-functional coordination skills

Working familiarity with GMP, HACCP, and food safety compliance standards

Demonstrated capability of people management and coaching

Proven success managing warehouse-to-production material flow

Ability to drive performance and accountability on the floor

Working knowledge of regulatory compliance (OSHA, HACCP, GMP)

Act in accordance with GSF's Values and Creed

WHAT YOU'LL GET

People First:At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.

Values Driven:Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.

People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.

Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.

Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.

LocationUS-GA-Conyers

Job ID 2025-22136

Category Warehousing

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