Operations Manager - Distribution Center

brobstongroup.com - Jobboard; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Brobston Group is looking for an Operations Manager in Dubuque, Iowa, to oversee distribution center operations. The role includes leading and developing warehouse teams, driving continuous improvement, and managing financial and KPI targets effectively.

Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of warehouse experience in management, a solid understanding of KPIs, and proven skills in process improvement. Strong communication and data analysis skills are essential for success in this dynamic role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of warehouse experience in a managerial role.
• Proven ability to identify and implement continuous improvement actions.
• Strong knowledge of warehousing key performance indicators (KPIs).

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of approximately 20 warehouse associates.
• Recruit, select, onboard, and train staff.
• Own process improvement initiatives through problem-solving.

Skills

Warehouse management

Team leadership

Continuous improvement

KPI monitoring

Data analysis

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Summary

The Operations Manager oversees distribution center operations to achieve safety, quality, and performance objectives. This role leads and develops warehouse teams, drives continuous improvement efforts, and manages operational results through coaching and performance management. The manager is accountable for budget oversight and implementing corrective actions to meet financial and KPI targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and grow a team of approximately 20 warehouse associates.
• Recruit, select, onboard, and train staff to meet operational needs.
• Coach, counsel, and manage performance to drive associate results and accountability.
• Own process improvement initiatives through problem-solving and project management.
• Provide annual budget information, monitor expenditures, identify variances, and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor and drive KPI metrics, 4DX, and facility performance scorecards.
• Utilize warehouse management systems and databases to support operations.

Requirements

• 5+ years of warehouse experience in a managerial role.
• Proven ability to identify and implement continuous improvement actions that improve cost, service, and quality.
• Demonstrated capability in developing others and growing leadership competencies.
• Strong knowledge of warehousing key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Hands-on experience with warehouse management systems and databases.
• Ability to analyze data and determine actions based on improvement opportunities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.