Automation-Centric Warehouse Operations Leader

Exol; Georgia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Exol seeks a Warehouse Operations Manager in Jackson, GA to lead daily shipping, receiving, dock, yard, and value-added operations within a fast-paced, automated facility.

You will drive safety, productivity, and KPI achievement, partnering with automation teams to optimize workflows and reduce costs. A strong track record in warehouse leadership and Lean continuous improvement is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years in warehouse/distribution leadership, automation experience preferred.
• Strong background in safety, labor management, operational metrics, and continuous improvement.
• Experience in customer-facing operations, 3PL, fulfillment, or multi-client environments preferred.
• Proven ability to lead large teams, develop talent, and drive results in fast-paced or high-growth environments.
• Experience launching new facilities or supporting startup operations is a plus.
• Familiarity with SQF, HACCP, GMP preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Working knowledge of WMS, ERP, automated systems, and Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily shipping, receiving, dock, yard, returns, and value-added operations.
• Manage carrier relationships and transportation performance.
• Foster a safe, compliant, and accountable workplace culture.
• Oversee labor planning, scheduling, productivity, and cost control.
• Drive operational performance across OEE, inventory accuracy, on-time shipping, and cost per unit.
• Partner with Engineering, Technology, and Maintenance to optimize automated workflows and system performance.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles and root-cause problem solving.
• Develop, coach, and mentor supervisors and frontline leaders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer and business objectives.
• Manage departmental budgets and operating expenses.
• Serve as the site's SQF Practitioner, ensuring food safety, quality compliance, and certification readiness.
• Provide KPI reporting, analysis, and recommendations to senior leadership.

Skills

Safety leadership

Labor management

Operational metrics

Continuous improvement

Customer-facing operations

3PL / multi-client

Leadership of large teams

Talent development

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

WMS

ERP

Automation systems

Job description

Exol seeks a Warehouse Operations Manager in Jackson, GA to lead daily shipping, receiving, dock, yard, and value-added operations within a fast-paced, automated facility.

You will drive safety, productivity, and KPI achievement, partnering with automation teams to optimize workflows and reduce costs. A strong track record in warehouse leadership and Lean continuous improvement is required.