Responsibilities and Duties - Plans, organizes, directs and controls all general operations within the warehouse. - Responsible for achieving Key Performance Indicators (KPI) metrics. - Manages customer/vendor relations. - Reports daily operational topics to the Head of warehouse logistic operations. - Maintains and develops Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) - Manages inventory control, shipping, and receiving to achieve high performance and low damage levels. Reports accuracy, timing and damage results vs. standards. - Responsible for determining staffing needs as volume and projects dictate. - Responsible for DC security and safety programs. - Manages all aspects of employee relations, including performance reviews and disciplinary issues, conducting reviews for GMs direct reports and assuring OM, supervisors are conducting periodic reviews for their reports. - Responsible for handling special projects. - Maintain physical facility and ensure clean working environment. - Keeps correct equipment capacity for effective cost-efficient warehouse results. - Directs Maintenance and PM programs for lift truck fleet. - Incorporates and manages all Safety programs and reporting - Manages all supply vendors and purchasing. - Manages all aspects of the distribution operations for the designated shift. - Maintains a working knowledge of all operating systems pertaining to the work area. Education & Experience Requirements - Minimum 5-6 years of supervisory experience in distribution or manufacturing environment or comparative schooling plus work. - High School Diploma or GED; BS/BA Degree preferred - Proven success in maintaining quality, service, and client relationships in a high-paced setting. - Experience working in team oriented, multi-shift environment. - Proven competencies in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook. - Experience with WMS, LEAN/Six Sigma, inventory management, project leadership, and team building is preferred. - Flexible to work all hours and job stability of no more than 3 jobs in the past 7 years Skill Requirements - Skill in interpersonal communication. - Skill in using a personal computer and associated software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. - Clamp-certified (Preferred).