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Operations Manager

Job in Marion, Linn County, Iowa, 52302, USA
Listing for: Cameron Ashley Building Products
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
  • Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

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We’re a customer‑focused wholesale distributor of roofing, insulation, gypsum, siding, and other specialty building products, serving US customers from more than 50 distribution centers. Our culture is casual, open, and rewards teamwork with benefits such as ample vacation, paid medical, dental, and vision, 401K match, and a loyalty program.

Position Summary

The primary function of this position is to coordinate warehouse employees, administer policies related to shipping and receiving inventory, and assist in loading trucks. The Operations Manager supports purchasing and sales by maximizing space utilization and ensuring accurate, timely order picking.

Essential Functions
  • Supervise a crew of 6‑10 warehouse employees.
  • Select, develop, and motivate assigned warehouse personnel.
  • Motivate teamwork to meet productivity targets.
  • Conduct a daily safety walk‑through ensuring the warehouse is organized, clean, and safe.
  • Enforce company policies of conduct and safety, initiating disciplinary action as needed.
  • Conduct monthly safety meetings and quarterly driver safety meetings.
  • Maintain inventory accuracy through daily cycle counts.
  • Identify causes of product losses and take corrective action.
  • Implement and maintain a bin location system to aid storage and picking.
  • Assist employees in loading and unloading trucks, including staging night‑time loads.
  • Control costs through personnel productivity, efficient space utilization, and proper material protection.
  • Utilize docks, warehouse layout, and truck loading patterns to minimize turnaround time.
  • Maintain planned maintenance of vehicles, machinery, and equipment to meet OSHA and federal DOT standards.
  • Manage People Net computer system to monitor driver hours of service and on‑duty time for DOT compliance.
  • Strategically plan material transportation requirements, organize delivery routes, and ensure on‑time, accurate shipments while maintaining profitability.
  • Perform other responsibilities as assigned.
Technology
  • Electronic Email Software
  • Office Suite Technology
  • CRM
  • Bar code scanner
  • TMS
Tools
  • Bar Code reader equipment
  • Forklift
  • Clamp truck
  • CDL Class A truck
  • Hand truck
  • Pallet jack
Skills
  • Speaking – convey information effectively to others.
  • Active Listening – give full attention and ask questions as appropriate.
  • Coordination – adjust actions in relation to others’ actions.
  • Critical Thinking – use logic and reasoning to evaluate alternatives.
  • Monitoring – assess performance and take corrective action.
Work Activities
  • Handling and moving objects – use hands and arms to move materials.
  • Performing general physical activities – lift, balance, walk, stoop, handle materials.
  • Getting information – observe and acquire information from relevant sources.
  • Communicating with supervisors, peers, or subordinates – provide information via phone, email, or in person.
  • Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships – develop constructive relationships.
  • Coordinating the work and activities of others – get group members to work together.
  • Making decisions and solving problems – analyze information and choose best solutions.
Requirements:
Experience and Education
  • Prefer 2 years prior supervisory experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years forklift experience.
  • Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
  • Ability to pass drug test and background verification.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
Physical Demands

Employees must regularly sit, use hands, reach with arms, talk, and hear. Requirements include good vision, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, flexibility, static strength, and manual dexterity. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for disabilities.

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and paid time off. Cameron Ashley is an equal opportunity employer, and employment is at-will.

This description reflects the assignment of essential functions and does not proscribe or restrict tasks that may be assigned.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Wholesale Building Materials

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