What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cold Storage Warehouse Manager position at Yourway Transportation?
We’re looking for a Cold Storage Warehouse Manager to lead daily warehouse operations, oversee a high-performing team, and ensure safety, accuracy, and efficiency in a fast-paced refrigerated environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage daily cold storage operations, including receiving, storage, order fulfillment, and shipping.
- Supervise and train warehouse associates, leads, and forklift operators.
- Maintain product integrity and temperature compliance across all storage zones.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, OSHA, and SQF (or applicable regulatory) standards.
- Optimize warehouse layout, slotting, and space utilization for efficiency.
- Track KPIs including inventory accuracy, on-time shipments, and labor productivity.
- Manage warehouse maintenance, equipment, and safety programs.
- Support process improvements and technology initiatives (WMS, scanning, automation, etc.).
- Communicate effectively with customers, carriers, and internal departments.
- Building Maintaince
Qualifications
- 5 years of warehouse leadership experience, preferably in cold storage orfood distribution.
- Strong understanding of temperature-controlled logistics and food handling standards.
- Experience with WMS systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in refrigerated environments (0°F to 40°F).
- Proven track record of building efficient, safety-driven teams.
Preferred
- Knowledge of food safety programs.
- Forklift certification or experience with pallet jacks, reach trucks, etc.
- Experience working in LTL consolidation or 3PL environments.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Career growth opportunities within a growing logistics organization
Job Type: Full-time
Experience:
- Cold storage Managment : 5 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Worthington, MN 56187 (Required)
Work Location: In person