Area Manager (Warehouse)

Columbia Sportswear; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Sportswear is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead warehouse operations in our Orlando Service Center. You will supervise staff, manage production flow, and partner with other departments to ensure accurate fulfillment and on-time shipping.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years in warehouse operations with supervisory experience, strong safety training, and the ability to work in a dynamic, global environment. This is a full-time, on-site role with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Analytical mindset and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the assigned area and its employees; schedule staffing to ensure coverage and train department personnel in proper work methods.
• Protect well-being and safety of department personnel by training employees in safe work practices and ensuring equipment is well maintained.
• Coordinate with other departments and technical support staff to ensure smooth flow of information and product.
• Coordinate with the department manager to ensure proper staffing of temporary help and full-time positions.
• Maintain efficiency and production goals for individuals and the department.
• Maintain open lines of communication with Columbia Sportswear management and other departments to support smooth operations.

Skills

Analytical

Data-driven

Job description

ABOUT THE POSITION

Our Service Centers utilize state-of-the-art technology and a dedicated team to provide Columbia Sportswear Company a competitive advantage in distribution. Teams are responsible for shipping millions of units of apparel, footwear, and equipment annually within the family of brands. Accurate order fulfillment and on-time shipments are the hallmarks of our facility.

As the Production Supervisor, you will engage cross-functionally with our internal teams and help lead and organize production flow. The Production Manager will bring their people leadership skills to engage with their team and peers to drive data-driven decision-making.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Supervise the assigned area and its employees.This Includes scheduling employees to ensure adequate department coverage. Monitor workflow, anticipate changes and adjust staffing as needed. Work with the coordinator in training department personnel in proper work methods and ensuring these methods are followed.

• Protect well-being and safety of department personnel by training employees in safe work practices. Confirm that these practices are being followed, through supervision and follow-through. Ensure that all equipment is safe, in good working order and properly maintained.

• Coordinate with other departments and technical support staff to ensure smooth flow of information and product.

• Coordinate with the department manager to ensure proper staffing of temporary help and full-time positions.

• Maintain efficiency and production goals for individuals and the department.

• Maintain positive open lines of communication with all Columbia Sportswear management, staff and other departments in order to contribute to the smooth flow of information and efficient operation of the organization

YOU ARE

• Able to deal with ambiguity and work in an evolving business environment

• Capable of collaborating well with individuals from various countries and cultures

• Comfortable to deal with work and time pressures to accomplish job requirements inefficiently and effectively

• Analytical and Data-Driven

YOU HAVE

• 3-5 years' experience in warehouse operations in progressively responsible positions. Previous supervisory experience preferred.

• Possess working knowledge of warehouse operations, computerized distribution systems, and intermediate level of computer skills

• Mental ability to conduct interpersonal interactions with company personnel.

• Ability to solve problems and make decisions independently and with discretion.

• Physical ability to use telephone, move freely around the Service Center, stoop, crouch, sit and stand for extended periods of time, regularly lift/carry up to 40 pounds and push up to 80 pounds.

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.

Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf. At Columbia Sportswear Company, we're proud to offer regular full-time employees a benefits package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Our benefit programs contribute to overall employee well-being by aligning those programs with the fundamental elements of well-being: physical, social/emotional, financial, career and community. Benefits that can protect your family's financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services). In addition, Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. We have extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts and a generous time off program available.