Warehouse Flow Planner & Ops Optimizer

Americold; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold in Columbus, OH seeks a warehouse operations specialist to allocate orders, release work to the floor, and balance workflow. You will resolve shortages, manage order cuts, and communicate updates to customers, while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED (or 1 year warehouse experience) and be proficient with basic PC software and Americold systems, plus knowledge of WMS and MS Office. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred or minimum 1 year of warehouse operations experience.
• Proficiency with basic PC software and Americold systems required.
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems and Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Ability to train users on relevant systems and troubleshoot system problems required.

Responsibilities

• Allocate orders and release work to the warehouse floor to balance workflow and optimize productivity.
• Resolve order product shortages and manage order cuts while communicating updates to customers.
• Prioritize tasks for Lift Truck Operators and Dock Supervisors to ensure efficient operations.
• Ensure dock office utilizes inbound and outbound dock optimization functionality for each receipt and order.
• Run labor reports and review with Dock Supervisors and Office Manager to monitor performance.
• Review and update base priorities, work zone assignments, product code velocity zones, and pick locations in collaboration with Operations Manager.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement projects and safety programs and troubleshoot systems issues as needed.
• Other essential duties may be applicable and assigned as necessary.

Skills

General warehouse experience

Basic PC skills

Americold systems familiarity

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Americold systems

Warehouse Management Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Americold in Columbus, OH seeks a warehouse operations specialist to allocate orders, release work to the floor, and balance workflow. You will resolve shortages, manage order cuts, and communicate updates to customers, while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED (or 1 year warehouse experience) and be proficient with basic PC software and Americold systems, plus knowledge of WMS and MS Office. Some travel may be required.