Warehouse Manager

Description

Assist Director of Community Outreach with all aspects of Warehouse operations, ensuring efficient processes and operations while maximizing warehouse productivity.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate and assist the Director in managing daily warehouse operations.
2. Work with the Director to expand weekend meal provision at new sites while adhering to budget constraints.
3. Undergo training on ordering shelf-stable meals from Champion Food Service.
4. Supervise strategic ordering from Crown Packaging to maintain optimal inventory levels.
5. Report problems/needs day-to-day including any staff no-shows, delivery/pick-up issues, etc.
6. Familiarize with meal packaging procedures and assist when required, especially during staff shortages or production delays.
7. Support Head Start programs by facilitating delivery and communication with various groups.
8. Manage the receipt and dispatch of meals and supplies from the warehouse.
9. Assist in meal site operations, including meal delivery and distribution.
10. Operate pallet jacks and stackers while efficiently organizing meals and boxes for pickups and deliveries.
11. Drive vans and deliver shelf-stable meals to designated sites as needed.
12. Learn and utilize Route Maker Software for efficient delivery routing.
13. Coordinate summer community outreach efforts to ensure continuous meal distribution.
14. Assist in scheduling corporate volunteers, ensuring adequate resources for packing.
15. Create an inviting space for community volunteers to participate in packing at the warehouse.
16. Explore innovative solutions to enhance service quality for meal-receiving sites.
17. Take responsibility for inventory management and ordering of supplies such as boxes and tape.
18. Maintain overall warehouse oversight, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and stock rotation.
19. Ensure compliance with OSHA, state, and local regulations through staff training and orientation.
20. Collaborate with the Director to optimize warehouse space utilization.
21. Train and manage Foor Service Associates to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach short and long-term goals.
22. Participate in staff performance reviews and assist in setting staff goals.
23. Undertake other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree (or equivalent) in Management, Business, Logistics, or a related field is preferred.
• 2-3 years’ experience in warehousing or a similar supervisory role, coupled with safety training.
• Proficiency in computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office products.
• Possession of a valid State of Ohio Driver's License.
• Understanding of OSHA regulations and warehouse safety requirements.
• A positive, professional, dynamic, and resilient attitude.

Job Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Work within a warehouse environment.
• Involves a considerable amount of standing, walking, lifting, reaching, packing, and loading/unloading boxes, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Proficiency in operating pallet jacks and stackers.