Senior Warehouse Operations Lead — Safety & Efficiency

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Saxco is seeking a Warehouse Operations Manager for its Fairfield, CA facility to lead warehouse and fulfillment processes, ensure safety and quality, and drive cost control. You will supervise a team of supervisors and staff, collaborate across departments, and report KPIs to leadership.

The role requires a proven background in manufacturing, strong leadership, and experience managing budgets and safety programs. This position offers on-site work in Fairfield, CA.

Qualifications

• 5+ years – Experience in a field or similar light manufacturing environment; 10+ years preferred.
• 5 Years – Experience in position; 10+ years preferred
• 5 Years – Experience managing people/projects and leading a team of 60 or more.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or 7+ years in the field and position.
• Experience with Profit & Loss (P&L) management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible, daily on-site presence on the production and warehouse floor to lead teams, monitor operations, and address safety, quality, and productivity issues in real time.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (customer service, supply chain, purchasing and other departments) to meet customer demand.
• Assist in the development of short- and long-range plans and goals for the department.
• Identify, implement, and sustain process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and lower costs.
• Maintain effective working relationships to promote a positive working environment and productivity.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to supervisors and team, fostering continuous learning.
• Hires, trains, coaches, and reviews performance of team members in partnership with HR.
• Monitors, analyzes, and reports daily KPIs to stakeholders.
• Manage and report budget requirements and costs; propose cost savings.
• Reviews and adjusts warehouse schedules to maximize productivity and meet demand.
• Maintain compliance with safety standards, regulations, and housekeeping; document safety training.
• Drives site safety plan execution toward zero injuries and 100% compliance.
• Leads incident investigations and RCCA reports; completes corrective actions with EHS and team.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Provides strategic input to departmental projects and data-driven decisions.
• Makes data-driven, customer-focused decisions and sustainable solutions.
• Lead project implementation or special projects; participate in continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Operations management

Budget management

Cross-functional collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Business Administration/Operations Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Saxco is seeking a Warehouse Operations Manager for its Fairfield, CA facility to lead warehouse and fulfillment processes, ensure safety and quality, and drive cost control. You will supervise a team of supervisors and staff, collaborate across departments, and report KPIs to leadership.

The role requires a proven background in manufacturing, strong leadership, and experience managing budgets and safety programs. This position offers on-site work in Fairfield, CA.