What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Operations Manager position at Candidate Source?
Our client is a growing seating manufacturer and distributor with two facilities in Victoria, VA — a 100,000 sq. ft. cold storage plant and a 280,000 sq. ft. two-story production and warehousing facility. We're looking for a hands-on Director of Operations to take ownership of daily warehouse and shipping operations, bring structure to a fast-paced site, and serve as the key communication link between the Victoria team and corporate office in Vancouver, Canada.
This is a warehousing and distribution leadership role, not a heavy manufacturing role — about 90% of our operation is inbound/outbound shipping, with a smaller production and upholstery assembly component.
What You'll Own
Daily operations across receiving, inventory, shipping, and a small production/assembly line
Building and leading a strong shipping crew (site of 18–25 employees)
Warehouse organization and clear, efficient product flow in and out of the facility
Proactive, high-level reporting and communication back to Head Office on staffing, production, and key risks
Health & safety compliance, HR basics (hiring, scheduling, performance management)
Vendor, carrier, and equipment coordination
What Success Looks Like
A well-organized, efficient warehouse
A trained, accountable shipping crew
Consistent, proactive communication — no surprises for Head Office
On-time fulfillment and strong inventory accuracy
What We're Looking For
5 years of operations leadership in warehousing, distribution, or light manufacturing
A track record of managing hourly crews and multiple moving parts under deadline pressure
Strong communicator — comfortable working independently and reporting back to a remote leadership team
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, Monday.com (CRM), Teams, and Great Plains or similar ERP/MRP/WMS systems
Decisive leadership style with strong personal values and alignment to company vision
Flexibility for occasional weekend/OT coverage, especially in the first 3–6 months
Compensation & Schedule
$100,000–$150,000 base (reviewed at 90 days), bonus eligible (Christmas bonus standard; annual bonus tied to company performance)
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; some early flexibility required as you ramp up
Reports to the VP of Operations and company President
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Salary : $100,000 - $150,000