American Christmas LLC has been one of the nation’s largest commercial Christmas decorating companies since 1968. Fifty years later, and after being acquired by MK Illumination in 2017, we’re thriving and looking to grow our team. We create worlds of light and stage places with festive decoration to amaze people. Through successful conception, contemporary design and careful implementation, we dazzle visitor’s at the most famous retailers and landmark buildings across the United States. All throughout New York City, you can watch the magic we create year round, come to life in the form of the most iconic holiday displays in the world.

Our mission is to provide exceptional service to our clients and give them the opportunity to have an unforgettable and breathtaking experience within their space, leaving a lasting impression on millions of people each holiday season. Learn more about this unique opportunity below and become part of our team!

The Nuts and Bolts:

We are seeking a dedicated Warehouse Manager to oversee all aspects of our warehouse operations. The ideal candidate will take ownership of maintaining cleanliness, implementing opening, and closing procedures, managing storage of goods, coordinating seasonal staff for the logistics team, and ensuring retention of logistics personnel. Additionally, the Warehouse Manager will be responsible for hiring seasonal employees and proficiently working within our ERP system to efficiently manage jobs by location.

Duties and Responsibilities

Everyday Tasks:

Personnel Management

• Supervision of warehouse staff- 4 Full time/15 seasonal staff
• Efficiently organize and oversee storage of goods to optimize space and accessibility.
• Manage and maintain cleanliness standards within the warehouse.
• Responsible for editing all employee timecards in Paycom
• Coordinate seasonal staff for the logistics team, ensuring adequate coverage during peak periods.
• Maintain consistent and excellent communication with employees
• Establish work ethic expectations
• Utilize ERP system to manage jobs by location, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in inventory management and order fulfillment.
• Meet regularly with employees and seek their feedback
• Mediate personnel issues communicate problems to Human Resources and Senior Management
• Support for Utility department, facilities department, shipping/receiving, and production department

Job Specific Duties

• Oversee responsibilities including décor handling, tool preparation, staging, loading, unloading, deliveries, inventory, production, and garbage/recycling removal.
• Work in conjunction with Production department to ensure timely refurbishment and production of all NY based jobs.
• Maintain job storage locations in our warehouse and update software program.
• Manage proper distribution / delivery of product.
• Uphold and enforce packaging standards for all items
• Manage distribution of equipment and hardware so that the proper equipment is maintained and available when needed.
• Plan loading/unloading and oversee preparation of trucks and tools for Installation and Takedown.
• Ensure proper rigging, bolting, electrical, requirements are maintained in all products leaving our facility.
• Create and maintain packaging specification worksheets.
• Make recommendations of improvements, eliminations, and changes.
• Assist in Management of annual Inventory
• Oversee building management along with Facilities Department.
• Assist in producing unique projects
• Other tasks as required

In-Season Responsibilities:

• Ensure all elements for each order are complete, staged appropriately and loaded during installation and takedown season.
• Assist in management the fleet of seasonal vehicles
• Supervise loading/ unloading and oversee preparation of trucks and tools for Installation and Takedown.
• Creates Truck pack document daily
• Sends truck pack information to the inhouse team
• Manages truck parking at the parking lot
• Oversees the overnight warehouse operation
• Define distinct teams for loading, pulling, packing, and production assistance.

Who you are:

• You have warehouse experience and are comfortable working in a team driven environment
• You are comfortable working within a software system and with Microsoft Office including Excel
• You are organized and can keep detailed notes
• You’re Self-motivated, proactive and innovative in style. This role requires someone who can hit the ground running with little direction. Especially during our “In-Season” time.

Requirements:

• Sound Judgment and Ethics
• Proven experience in warehouse management or a similar role.
• 5 Years in a similar role
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook
• Excellent Time Management Skills - Proven ability to remain pro-active and ahead of schedule
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Excellent ability to train and onboard new hires
• Maintain preparedness to deal with the unexpected by planning ahead
• Actively participate in your own personal and professional development within the company
• Excellent communication skills – Written and Verbal
• Proven ability to work in collaborative environment

Physical Requirements

The employee must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 pounds.

What we offer

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental and Vision Health Benefits
• 401(k) with match
• Life Insurance
• Employee Discount Program through Working Advantage
• Evolving dynamic culture
• On Site Gym
• Birthday Off

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Warehouse management: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Mount Vernon, NY 10550 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Mount Vernon, NY 10550: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person