Cooler & Warehouse Operations Leader

Dairy Farmers of America; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking an experienced Cooler Manager to lead cooler and warehouse operations at our dairy production facility. You will oversee inventory control, product rotation by shelf life, and safe movement of finished dairy products.

You will collaborate with Production, Distribution, Sales, Customer Service, and Quality teams to ensure on-time storage, rotation, and shipment. The role requires 5–8 years in a warehouse or related environment, a Bachelor’s degree or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in warehouse, cooler, distribution, production, logistics, or related manufacturing environment.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience required; management experience preferred.
• Experience managing inventory, product rotation, and logistics operations in a food or dairy environment is highly preferred.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Relevant certifications or licenses may be required during employment.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily cooler and warehouse operations to maximize productivity, efficiency, and safety.
• Monitor inventory levels, product codes, and expiration dates to ensure proper stock rotation and traceability.
• Coordinate shipping, receiving, and load-out activities to ensure timely and accurate product movement.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, including shipments, product loss, donations, and damages.
• Lead and develop cooler and warehouse employees and supervisors through coaching, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety standards, OSHA regulations, and quality assurance requirements.
• Control department expenses, including labor, inventory shrink, and cooler dump costs.
• Investigate safety incidents, support training initiatives, and promote a strong safety culture.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase operational efficiency and reduce costs.
• Serve as the primary liaison between plant management and cross-functional departments to maintain optimal inventory availability and customer service levels.

Skills

Inventory management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration / supply chain / logistics

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking an experienced Cooler Manager to lead cooler and warehouse operations at our dairy production facility. You will oversee inventory control, product rotation by shelf life, and safe movement of finished dairy products.

You will collaborate with Production, Distribution, Sales, Customer Service, and Quality teams to ensure on-time storage, rotation, and shipment. The role requires 5–8 years in a warehouse or related environment, a Bachelor’s degree or