Warehouse Manager - Honolulu, HI

Get to know East Penn!

With over 75 years of sustainable lead battery and battery accessory manufacturing expertise, East Penn is poised for the energy needs of the future.  At East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees will always be the heart of the company.  We are a private, family-owned enterprise committed to cultivating an atmosphere that honors the contributions of everyone.  We want our employees to have long-term careers, and many do.  Almost 40% of our workforce has over a decade of service.  Our open-door management policy, comprehensive benefits package, annual bonus program for all, and career advancement opportunities are just some of the ways we show our employees how incredibly valued they are.  Position will include an excellent starting wage, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, a 401(K) savings plan, and paid time off.  Don’t miss out on this opportunity of a lifetime!  For more information about East Penn Mfg., please visit www.dekacareers.com.

East Penn is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Overview

East Penn Manufacturing, a world class leader in automotive battery manufacturing is looking for a Warehouse Manager at our Honolulu, Hawaii warehouse.  The Warehouse Manager is responsible for all warehouse activities including all warehouse personnel and distribution/receiving operations.  The Warehouse Manager plans and monitors optimal space utilization and efficient inventory flow and manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs as a true first level manager.  Ensures that project/department milestone and goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. The Warehouse Manager is committed to the company’s success while upholding East Penn Company policies and culture.

Estimated salary range: $78,000-$85,000

Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and training.

Responsibilities

Responsible for warehouse management/staffing, and general maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of warehouse equipment, delivery vehicles, and facilities.  Management of all warehouse, driver, and office personnel (excluding sales).  Works in conjunction with the Sales District Manager and all other branch employees to acheive a growing, profitable, and operationally efficient Branch.  Has full authority for personnel actions and extensive knowledge of all department processes.

• Manage, direct, and treat all employees in a professional manner in order to produce a positive and compatible work environment for warehouse, office, driver, and sales personnel.
• Conduct monthly meetings with warhouse members.
• Involved in the interviewing and hiring of all warehouse personnel (excluding sales).
• Ensure that Company Code of Conduct is implemented and disciplinary action is taken when necessary for all branch personnel (excluding sales) with support from East Penn Personnel Department.
• Teaching and or doing all branch, office, and warehouse functions including but not limited to:
  • Office Functions: customer contact, computer operations, sales ordering and processing, handling of cash transactions and deposits, payroll, etc.
  • Warehouse Functions: ordering of product for distribution and all inventory control functions
    • Placement of product in the warehouse in an orderly manner for efficiency
    • Pulling, processing, and checking orders for customers
    • Receiving and processing new product
    • Maintaining freshly charged and clean product for distribution
    • Proper processing and control of all returns from customers including new product, rotations, adjustments, and junks
    • Accurate loading and unloading of all delivery vehicles
    • Monthly counting, processing, checking, and balancing of all warehouse product
  • Driver/Delivery Functions:
    • Learn and follow all applicaple DOT regulations for drivers and products
    • Routing of vehicles for daily delivery of product
    • Familiarity with and enforcement of Drivers Code of Conduct
    • Focus on all driver and customer contacts

Qualifications

Experience & Qualifications

• Supervisory experience preferred
• 5 - 7 years related experience
• Extensive knowledge of department processes

Education/Certification

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Detail oriented
• Problem solving
• Decision making skills
• Ability to multitask effectively
• Professional appearance and attitude
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Working knowledge of company issued IT equipment
• Public Speaking/presentation skills
• Self-motivated and goal orientated
• Conflict management skills

Salary : $78,000 - $85,000