Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Reports to: DC Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Purpose

The Operations Manager provides senior managerial and operational support to the DC Manager by overseeing the day-to-day activities of the entire distribution center to ensure efficiency, compliance, and operational excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all operational activities within the distribution center.
• Assign managers, supervisors, and warehouse associates to their specific duties.
• Oversee warehouse schedules to maintain proper staffing levels across all shifts.
• Establish operational procedures for verifying incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposing of products, and maintaining warehouse inventories.
• Coordinate distribution center activities with transportation operations to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Manage system and records control processes to maintain accuracy and efficiency.
• Oversee employee safety initiatives and ensure compliance with training programs.
• Assist in the reclamation of damaged merchandise and proper reporting of donations.
• Ensure adherence to state, federal, and OSHA regulations related to warehouse operations.
• Implement and uphold departmental standards and guidelines as directed by the DC Manager.
• Oversee the performance review process, ensuring compliance with HR and corporate guidelines.
• Manage customer service functions, ensuring timely resolution of client issues.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to take initiative and manage operational programs.
• Strong computer proficiency, including experience with WMS systems.
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, and verbal communication).
• Ability to manage vendor relationships and communicate effectively with suppliers.
• Strong follow-up and follow-through skills to ensure completion of tasks and objectives.

Education & Experience

• College-level training with a minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience in warehouse management.
• Knowledge of ammonia systems is preferred.

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to work standing or sitting for extended periods.
• Must be able to traverse and access all areas of the warehouse.
• Must be able to work in a distribution center environment with varying temperatures.

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