Distribution Center Ops Leader (Day Shift) — Lean & Safe

Steelcase; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Learning opportunities

Culture of inclusion

Job summary

Steelcase in Hazleton, PA is seeking an experienced Distribution Center Operations Manager to lead receiving, storage, and distribution, ensuring safe, timely delivery and cost-efficient logistics. You will drive lean processes and coordinate with manufacturing and field teams to meet customer requirements.

The role covers both 1st and 2nd shifts, with a starting base salary of $90,000–$95,000. Steelcase highlights a culture focused on safety, continuous improvement, and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in a distribution center.
• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience in a distribution warehouse environment.
• Experience managing distribution centre operations, including receiving, shipping, and material handling functions.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and achieve operational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating the receiving, storage, and distribution of products and parts.
• Establishing lean procedures that maximize customer satisfaction through timely and accurate deliveries.
• Coordinating distribution center activities with manufacturing facilities and field distribution centers to ensure seamless product flow.
• Facilitating logistics activities and distribution processes to meet customer requirements and critical delivery timelines.
• Making operational decisions that maximize trailer utilization and minimize transportation costs.
• Assigning and overseeing duties related to incoming and outgoing shipments, inventory movement, and merchandise handling.
• Leading initiatives that improve productivity, quality, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Monitoring key operational metrics and implementing corrective actions to drive performance improvements.
• Managing department budgets and resources to achieve business objectives while controlling costs.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Leading, developing, and coaching distribution center employees across multiple shifts.
• Driving employee engagement, accountability, and performance through effective communication and leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Lean processes

Problem solving

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Distribution management systems

Job description

Steelcase in Hazleton, PA is seeking an experienced Distribution Center Operations Manager to lead receiving, storage, and distribution, ensuring safe, timely delivery and cost-efficient logistics. You will drive lean processes and coordinate with manufacturing and field teams to meet customer requirements.

The role covers both 1st and 2nd shifts, with a starting base salary of $90,000–$95,000. Steelcase highlights a culture focused on safety, continuous improvement, and inclusion.