What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager Warehouse position at Fresh Del Monte Produce Company?
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh, value-added, and shelf-stable fruits and vegetables under our Fresh and Foods divisions. Our diverse product portfolio proudly bears the Del Monte® brand and also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts - available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we’ve proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years.
Benefits We Offer Include:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Employer-paid life & disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 7 Company Paid Holidays
- 24/7 Telemedicine & Employee Assistance Program
- Optional voluntary benefits (legal, accident, identity protection)
- Eligibility on the first of the month following your hire date
Purpose of Position:
Del Monte Foods is the Foods Division of Fresh Del Monte, a global grower, producer and marketer of fresh, value-added, and shelf-stable produce. Del Monte Foods has a powerful portfolio of brands, including the iconic Del Monte®, Contadina® and S&W®. We are currently seeking a Warehouse Manager.
The Warehouse Manager is responsible for the overall leadership and performance of warehouse operations, including inventory management, shipping, receiving, packaging operations, storage, logistics, and warehouse support functions. This position provides strategic direction to warehouse leadership and employees while ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations that support production, customer service, and business objectives.
The Warehouse Manager is accountable for maintaining inventory accuracy, achieving operational and financial performance goals, supporting food safety and quality programs, developing employees, and driving continuous improvement initiatives throughout the warehouse operation. Performance is measured through safety, inventory accuracy, customer service, labor efficiency, operational performance, and financial results.
Accountabilities:
Warehouse Operations Leadership
- Provide overall leadership and direction for warehouse operations including receiving, storage, inventory control, packaging operations, shipping, and distribution activities.
- Develop operational plans and establish priorities to support production schedules and customer requirements.
- Ensure warehouse operations are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards.
- Coordinate warehouse activities with Production, Planning, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Procurement, and Transportation.
- Monitor operational performance and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency and service levels.
Inventory Management & Logistics
- Ensure inventory accuracy through effective inventory control processes, cycle counting, reconciliation, and warehouse audits.
- Oversee warehouse storage locations, off-site inventory, product rotation, and inventory integrity.
- Manage shipping, receiving, and distribution activities to ensure timely customer deliveries.
- Coordinate packaging operations to support production schedules and customer requirements.
- Maintain warehouse capacity planning while optimizing storage utilization and material flow.
Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on warehouse productivity, inventory accuracy, labor utilization, and operational efficiency.
- Utilize Lean Manufacturing, DMPS, and other continuous improvement methodologies to eliminate waste and improve performance.
- Analyze warehouse KPIs and operational data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Develop and implement standardized warehouse processes and best practices.
- Support capital improvement projects, warehouse layout optimization, and equipment upgrades.
Financial & Asset Management
- Develop and manage warehouse operating budgets and departmental expenditures.
- Monitor labor costs, inventory variances, operating expenses, and departmental financial performance.
- Manage warehouse equipment, facilities, and capital assets to maximize operational reliability via maintenance excellence.
- Coordinate preventative maintenance activities for warehouse equipment.
- Support capital planning and equipment replacement initiatives.
Leadership & Employee Development
- Lead, coach, mentor, and develop Warehouse Supervisors and warehouse employees.
- Establish performance expectations and hold leadership teams accountable for operational results.
- Partner with Human Resources on workforce planning, recruiting, employee relations, performance management, and succession planning.
- Promote employee engagement, teamwork, accountability, and continuous learning.
- Ensure staffing levels effectively support seasonal and year-round operational requirements.
Safety, Food Safety & Quality
- Promote a culture where safety is the highest operational priority.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, food safety requirements, GMPs, HACCP, SQF, and company policies.
- Support warehouse sanitation programs and product quality initiatives.
- Ensure safe operation of warehouse equipment and compliance with forklift safety requirements.
- Lead investigations and corrective actions involving safety, quality, inventory, or operational issues.
Customer Service & Cross-Functional Partnership
- Partner with internal departments and external customers to ensure service expectations are achieved.
- Support customer audits and warehouse compliance activities.
- Develop effective relationships with vendors, transportation providers, and internal business partners.
- Ensure warehouse operations support customer service goals, production schedules, and business objectives.
Minimum Skills Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum three years of warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing leadership experience.
- Experience leading supervisors and large hourly workforces.
- Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control, shipping, receiving, and logistics.
- Experience managing departmental budgets and operational KPIs.
- Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and warehouse or ERP systems.
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends and production support as business needs require.
- Food manufacturing experience.
- SAP or Warehouse Management System experience.
- Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience.
- Forklift certification or previous powered industrial equipment experience.
- SQF, HACCP, or food safety knowledge.
- Experience with maintenance activities as it relates to equipment reliability and uptime.
- Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.
***Please note: This position does not qualify for relocation expenses.***
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh and fresh cut fruits and vegetables. Our diverse product portfolio also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts—available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we’ve proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years.
We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fresh Del Monte and its affiliates do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also participate in E-Verify* where applicable, to ensure employment authorization eligibility. Driven by our core values - Excellence, Care, Passion, Trust, and Creativity - we invite you to explore our career opportunities and join our FRESH team.