General Manager

GFA Alabama, Inc.; Pendergrass (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision

Short term disability

Voluntary Life

Job summary

GFA Alabama, Inc. is looking for a Logistics Operation Manager in Pendergrass, Georgia to oversee all aspects of distribution operations. Key duties include developing production schedules, ensuring quality control, and managing staff within a fast-paced environment. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and several years of experience in manufacturing operations, along with strong analytical and leadership skills. The role offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in manufacturing operations, ideally in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of a distribution facility's operations.
• Develop and implement production schedules and plans.
• Ensure that products meet quality standards and specifications.
• Lead and motivate a team of warehouse forklift operators, material handlers, and supervisors.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field

Job description

Come Grow with Us!

Logistics Operation Manager

A Logistics Operation Manager oversees all aspects of a distribution facility's operations, coordinating shipping and receiving, ensuring quality, managing staff, and optimizing processes to achieve efficiency and meet production goals.

Why GFA Logistics

• Great work environment and team members
• Top notch management team
• Open minded for new ideas and creative methods
• Full benefits offered after 60 days of employment
• Career growth opportunities

What you will do on a typical day

Planning and Scheduling

• Develop and implement production schedules and plans to meet customer demand and deadlines.
• Monitor production progress and adjust plans as needed to ensure timely completion.
• Manage inventory levels to minimize costs and ensure timely availability of materials.

Quality Control

• Ensure that products meet quality standards and specifications.
• Implement and maintain quality control systems and procedures.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues promptly.

Staff Management

• Lead and motivate a team of warehouse forklift operators, material handlers, and supervisors.
• Hire, train, and evaluate employees.
• Address employee issues and concerns.
• Administer disciplinary actions and set corrective behavior goals.

Process Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies and equipment.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and identify areas for improvement.

Safety and Compliance

• Ensure that all safety regulations and procedures are followed.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

What you should have

Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field is often required.

Experience: Several years of experience in manufacturing operations, ideally in a leadership role.

Technical Skills: Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and safety procedures.

Leadership Skills: Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team.

Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and resolve problems effectively.

Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.

Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Benefits of Joining our Team

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision
• Short term disability
• Voluntary Life

To apply, visit our website www.gfany.com to directly submit your application.

GFA is a premier provider of total logistic solutions and supply chain analysis with experience and passion to provide superior service which increases optimization of cost savings and dependability to every customer. We provide integrated logistics solutions that include distribution and fulfillment, comprehensive transportation management, material handling services, real estate (warehouse and yard) management. To fulfill this mission, we provide innovative solutions and supply chain analysis that fit our customers’ needs and we could establish trusted close relationships with customers based on trust with asset-based transportation and warehousing services.