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Operations Manager-1st Shift

DHL eCommerce
Virginia, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/6/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/6/2026

At DHL, our people are our greatest asset! Everyone’s contribution drives us to be the world's #1 logistics company.

Certified as a Great Place to Work and as a Top Employer, we're dedicated to fostering a positive, collaborative, and supportive environment for all. Our commitment and engagement with Our People ensure we continuously build a workplace we're all proud of. Plus, with competitive compensation and exceptional perks, we make sure your personal life shines just as brightly as your career.

SUMMARY:
The Operations Manager is responsible for the management of the major functions of the distribution center during Operation Manager's shift; supporting the ongoing development and implementation of the DHL eCommerce business plan through timely and accurate mailings while maintaining a cost effective operation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

  • Manage production, quality process and transportation in accordance with DHL’s policies and procedures to obtain optimal profitability.
  • Manage and coach Operations Supervisors and hourly employees.
  • Conduct and ensure employee performance evaluations are completed in a timely and effective manner. 
  • Ensure a high level of staff morale and high retention rate.
  • Communicate through implementation of a communication plan to include regular formal and informal meetings.
  • Establish weekly operations plans to ensure all customer volume is processed in a timely manner.
  • Recommend measures to improve production methods, working conditions, and increased efficiencies.
  • Understand and facilitate local transportation operations.
  • Support and coordinate region transportation operations.
  • Coordinate and ensure all safety and regulatory compliance needs are met for internal and external powered equipment.
  • Work with Human Resources function to include time & attendance, headcount, staffing, evaluations and employee relations.
  • Manage DCs quality functions: monitor internal/external quality controls; track service commitment levels and effectiveness, develop new quality initiatives; implement best practices.
  • Monitor and ensure that all facility equipment is working correctly and meeting production standards.
  • Act as liaison between the facility and the on-site USPS.
  • Keep updated on all USPS/regulatory changes. 
  • Oversee safety activities including compliance with DHL’s safety policy, employee training, reporting, and maintaining OSHA logs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Management, related field preferred or related work experience.
  • 5 years of experience in a supervisory/management role required.
  • Experience with MS Office, excellent Excel skills.
  • Lean Experience preferred

REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS
 

  • Ability to work all shifts including midnight shift 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong leadership and analytical skills.
  • Must be able to overcome obstacles with cooperation among team members, build consensus and foster harmonious relations. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
 

  • Able to work a range of shifts based on operational needs, after-hour, weekends and holidays. 
  • Requires moderate physical activity; ability to stand and/or walk for an extended period of time and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Works in a warehouse environment where frequently this position will be exposed to cold, hot and changing temperatures; will constantly experience noise at medium level not damaging or loud enough to require protective equipment; will frequently be exposed to dust, dirt and changes in lighting.
  • Temperature in the distribution center can vary greatly from warm to cool.

 

As a Top Employer and leading logistics company, at DHL eCommerce , we are committed to helping you build a career you’ll love with benefits and incentives that support your personal and professional well-being:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Bonus Programs
  • Retirement Savings - 401k with company match
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Well-being programs
  • FSA/HSA availability
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off including vacation and sick time
  • Company Paid Holidays and Floating Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Employee Assistance & Work Life Program
  • Short Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance

 

Pay Range:  $79,800 - $106,400


Equal Opportunity Employer- Veterans/Disability

 

Salary : $79,800 - $106,400

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