Warehouse Operations Manager

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Chaskatime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition :
JR100122

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* General Description:

** The Warehouse Operations Manager is responsible for leading and executing all warehouses, inventory control, shipping, and receiving activities in a manufacturing environment. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on operational leadership to ensure accurate inventory, efficient material flow, on-time delivery, and continuous improvement. The position partners closely with manufacturing, procurement, and production planning while actively monitoring performance through data, metrics, and KPIs.
** Principal Responsibilities
*** Lead and manage daily warehouse operations including receiving, put-away, storage, inventory control, picking, packing, staging, and shipping.
* Actively participate on the warehouse floor as needed, leading by example and supporting operational execution.
* Develop, implement, and maintain robust inventory control processes, including cycle counting, physical inventories, reconciliation, and transaction audits.
* Analyze inventory and operational data to identify trends, resolve discrepancies, reduce excess and obsolete inventory, and improve inventory turns.
* Collaborate with manufacturing, procurement, and production planning to ensure material availability and production continuity at the point of use.
* Develop, track, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory accuracy, order fulfillment, throughput, dock-to-stock time, space utilization, and on-time delivery.
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, cost reduction, material flow optimization, and process standardization (Lean / 5S).
* Oversee shipping and receiving accuracy, freight coordination, carrier performance, and issue resolution.
* Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, housekeeping (5S), and internal operating procedures.
* Manage, train, and develop warehouse and logistics staff; set priorities, assign work, and conduct performance reviews.
* Support ERP/MRP system accuracy, transactions, and process improvements related to inventory and logistics.
* Operate and oversee warehouse equipment as required (forklifts, pallet jacks, scanners, etc.).
** Qualifications
* ** Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
* 5+ years of progressive, hands-on experience in warehousing, inventory control, shipping, and receiving.
* Manufacturing or highly regulated production environment experience strongly preferred.
* Demonstrated ability to work on the warehouse floor while managing broader operational priorities.
* Strong analytical skills with experience developing metrics, KPIs, dashboards, and performance reports.
* Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced Excel or data analysis tools.
* Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
* Proven leadership, problem-solving, and continuous improvement capabilities.
* Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
** Key Competencies
*** Hands-on operational leadership
* Inventory accuracy and optimization
* Manufacturing material flow
* Data-driven decision making
* KPI and metric development
* Continuous improvement / Lean principles
* Safety, compliance, and quality focus
** Additional Details
*** This is a salaried position that is full-time, on-site at our Chaska location.
* Salary Range: $90k-$110k (commensurate with experience and qualifications).
* This role offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and PTO.
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