Description of the Position:

The Operations Manager supports the Distribution Center Manager in maintaining efficient warehousing, distribution and packaging operations in accordance with company and customer requirements. This position involves a high level of customer interaction and is accountable for driving profitability and productivity while maintaining high quality standards. The Operations Manager is also responsible for promoting a safe environment and monitoring compliance with safety procedures.

Ability to create and maintain a strong working relationship with customers and respond timely and appropriately within verbal and written communications.

* Facilitates the maintenance of facility and operational equipment, including preventative maintenance.

* Assists in door checks, alarm security, housekeeping, upkeep of exterior grounds, riser pressure logs, warehouse temperature, snow removal, and facility security including guardhouse and key/code authorizations.

* Prepares various quantitative reports as needed.

* Oversight and direct handling of performance reviews, complaints and associate concerns, productivity management, quality of work and counseling.

* Develops work plans ensuring appropriate staffing levels -- managing labor costs, overtime

and retention

* Accountable for ensuring routine trailer inspections, load/unload scheduling, inspections

and yard checks are completed.

* Supports the coordination of floor space and work flow schemes.

* Implements and oversees cross training for associates as needed to maximize associate effectiveness.

* Assists in coordinating OS&D claims.

* Reviews KPIs and makes recommendations for efficiency improvements to both processes and associate performance.

* Follow corporate and site-specific Good Manufacturing Practices and correct noncompliance when observed.

* Follow company corporate and site-specific safety policies and procedures, and correct noncompliance when observed.

* Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

* Accomplishes department objectives by managing staff; planning and evaluating department activities.

* Accountable for ensuring training is completed and records are maintained for a variety of needs including OSHA, customer, and other audits.

* Manages key operational requirements within the budget and according to customers' requirements.

* Understands inputs for P&L and customer contract to assist manager in preparing operating budgets and to manage workforce planning.

Benefits

* Medical, Dental, Vision

* 401(k) with matching program

* Company paid short term disability

* Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

* Friendly and Open-Door culture

* Bonus Potential

* Salary Range: 77k - 90k

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