What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Manager position at Central Garden & Pet?
Description
Central Life Sciences is searching for a Warehouse Manager in our Council Bluffs, IA location. This position oversees all warehouse operations in compliance with Central Garden & Pet and OSHA standards. Please see job details below for more information.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Lead by example by modeling safe behaviors and reinforcing a strong safety culture; ensure all associates comply with established safety programs and procedures.
- Oversee shipping and receiving operations to ensure compliance with company policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Drive productivity, quality, and performance driven metrics through effective leadership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Plan and optimize labor utilization to maximize efficiency while meeting operational and performance goals.
- Ensure inventory accuracy and quality, maintaining levels aligned with business unit requirements.
- Establish work procedures, develop schedules, and coordinate workflow to meet operational demands.
- Assign responsibilities and evaluate work to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to policies and procedures.
- Train, coach, and motivate employees to improve performance, engagement, and professional development.
- Effectively manage multiple functional responsibilities (Safety, Inventory, and Shipping) while maintaining full ownership of shipping operations.
- Foster a collaborative, team-oriented work environment and maintain positive employee relations.
- Promote a respectful workplace and maintain harmony among team members.
- Protect company assets by ensuring proper building security and safeguarding property.
- Demonstrate initiative as a self-starter with a strong desire to learn, grow, and take on increased responsibility.
- Bachelor’s degree in a distribution or related field.
- 5 to 7 years plus of experience in warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing environment with 3-5 -years of prior management experience.
- Qualified to train and certify forklift and other material handling equipment operators.
- Ability to learn statistical analysis to develop measurable warehouse metrics.
- Working knowledge of RF receiving, replenishment procedures.
- MS Word and Excel experience strongly preferred.
- SAP experience a plus.
- Work is conducted primarily in a warehouse/office environment with adequate lighting and variable temperature levels.
- There may be some variation in work hours due to additional shifts, special projects, deadlines, or other business initiatives.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Free Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401k with 3% company match and annual profit-sharing bonus!
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
- Employee Assistance Program
- Access to thousands of free online courses
- Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
- Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional)
- Referral Program with cash bonus
- Access to on-demand pay
- Paid parental leave