Hands-On Director of Distribution Operations

Medline; Perryville (MD); On-site; USD 154,000 - 231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

Medline is seeking a hands-on Director of Operations to lead our Perryville Distribution Center. This highly visible role offers the opportunity to strengthen operational performance, drive safety and quality improvements, and develop a growing leadership team.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, adaptable leader who takes initiative, builds accountability and works closely with teams on the warehouse floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• 10+ years in a distribution center environment.
• 5+ years of management experience, including hiring supervisors and staff.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving and team development skills.
• Hands-on approach with ability to identify priorities and drive improvements.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.
• Ability to work early/late shifts, weekends monthly, and schedule flexibility.
• Able to lift 50 pounds and work in temperatures 32°F to 95°F.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily DC operations ensuring timely, accurate order fulfillment and efficiency.
• Drive safety, quality, service, and productivity improvements.
• Coach and develop supervisors and managers with clear expectations.
• Oversee staffing, hiring, performance management, training and development.
• Manage inventory accuracy, receiving and material movement.
• Oversee maintenance of warehouse equipment and fleet.
• Address customer concerns and support contract negotiations for new business.
• Maintain safe work practices and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Team development

Hands-on

Travel willingness

Shift flexibility

Physical ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Medline is seeking a hands-on Director of Operations to lead our Perryville Distribution Center. This highly visible role offers the opportunity to strengthen operational performance, drive safety and quality improvements, and develop a growing leadership team.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, adaptable leader who takes initiative, builds accountability and works closely with teams on the warehouse floor.