Warehouse Manager - Confidential : Job Details

About the Job:

The position of Warehouse Manager has the primary responsibility of safely managing warehouse and office operations to ensure customer needs and employee productivity levels are met. Through effective leadership, the Warehouse Manager will ensure that employees are fully trained and meet standards in all functions of warehouse operations, safety, material handling and customer service.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the supervisor and leads to ensure daily operations are closely monitored and our established employe safety requirements are met at the facility.
• Ensure supervisor and leads are overseeing daily operations to:
• Ensure policy structure and documentation is in place to:
• Ensure customer communication is prompt and professional
• Lead by example in all areas of warehouse operations.
• Maintain responsibility for warehouse employee management and training. Train warehouse supervisor and leads to:
• Participate in meetings, and on committees as instructed or needed.
• Participate in cross training, development programs and obtain any certifications as requested.
• Participate in company training programs, safety events, company functions and meetings when requested.
• Implement goals, standards and objectives of the division and for delegated employees.
• Monitor and report needs for any building, equipment and tool replacement or repairs.
• Develop and/or adhere to budgets and monitor to ensure expenses to not exceed.
• Periodically audit warehouse procedures and make necessary changes to ensure work instructions comply with warehouse activities, objectives, and safety requirements.
• Facilitate management and safety/quality meetings monthly.
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AND PROJECTS AS ASSIGNED.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• A minimum of five years of experience in a similar role and environment is required.
• A minimum of three years of supervisory experience is required.
• Experience with forklifts and handheld RFID scanners is required.
• Microsoft Office literacy is required.
• Previous experience with WMS systems, OSHA regulations & AIB certification is preferred.

Location: This is an in-office role based in Bensenville, IL