Warehouse Manager

Maag Gala, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer contributions

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Wellness programs

Tuition assistance

Job summary

MAAG Gala Inc. in Eagle Rock, VA, seeks a Warehouse Manager to lead inventory, receiving and shipping operations. You will set productivity and accuracy goals, organize systems, and establish communication processes across the team and with other departments.

The role emphasizes 5S, kaizen culture, and continuous improvement through standard work and problem solving. The ideal candidate has leadership experience in manufacturing, familiarity with MRP systems, and proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher with relevant coursework.
• 3+ years manufacturing experience with MRP systems.
• 2+ years management/leadership experience in a warehouse.
• Lean/Continuous Improvement experience or willingness to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Maximize warehouse efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Direct shipments and resolve logistical challenges with stakeholders.
• Lead Kaizen initiatives and 5 WHY/FAST problem solving.
• Establish standard work and inventory controls across the team.
• Audit inventory, set shift goals, and communicate results.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Inventory Management

Communication

Education

Associate's degree or High School Diploma with relevant coursework

Bachelor's degree in business or technical field (Desirable)

Tools

MRP systems

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

Position Title

Warehouse Manager

Business Unit

MAAG Gala Inc.

Reports To

Director of Operations

Position Location

Eagle Rock, VA

Position Type

Full-time

Leadership responsibility

Yes

Main position objectives

The Warehouse Manager completes various management, organization, and planning tasks to maintain high performance of the warehouse’s inventory, receiving and shipping processes. In addition, the Warehouse Manager leads their team by setting productivity and accuracy goals, setting up logical organization systems and by creating communication systems within the organization. The core function of the Inventory Manager is to drive daily engagement and accountability in continuous improvement by implementing 5S, Problem Solving, Standard Work and driving a kaizen culture where team members are involved and engaged in improving their own work areas.

Position description – Tasks, responsibilities, competencies

• Ensure that the warehouse and the team operate at peak efficiency, with customer satisfaction being the primary goal
• Direct shipments and resolve logistical challenges by communicating with clients, sales, transportation providers, manufacturers, and suppliers
• Initiates problem solving methodologies like 5 WHY and FAST on recurring issues.
• Promotes and supports Daily Kaizen activity among team members.
• Drives daily engagement and accountability for results as part of the daily Tier meeting structure.
• Escalates opportunities in a timely manner and seeks rapid responses from other team members and departments.
• Communicates actions back to his team members.
• Determine standards for quality control and set expectations for the inspection of inventory and packaging before orders are sent to the next location
• Develop warehouse operations systems by determining product handling and storage requirements, equipment utilization, inventory management, gate processes, and shipping protocols
• Strategize inventory volumes and warehouse capacity to maximize productivity
• Audit and report inventory
• Set warehouse and team goals in collaboration with the Director of Operations and other area leaders
• Monitor workplace performance and lead training initiatives to improve employee's knowledge base
• Communicate and collaborate with other departments to ensure products are shipped in a timely manner while building strong trust-based working relationships
• Develop and implement Process Improvements, including new technology, for all warehouse-related functions
• Spearhead improvements in material flow, layout and inventory organization
• Promote a healthy and safe work environment, encourage continuous improvement spirit within team
• Lead and participate in inventory audit requirements, ensuring processes align with expected results
• The incumbent considers all interests of quality, accident prevention and occupational safety as well as environmental safety in a preventive manner within his scope of responsibility and proactively supports the avoidance of damages to people, facilities, assets, material and environment
• The incumbent is obliged to perform tasks requested by management that relate to his position scope or arise from company needs.
• This job description reflects current status, with the right to make changes being reserved.

Work Environment

Work in this position is in a factory floor environment. While performing the duties of this job in a factory setting, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud and PPE may be required.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee is expected to lift and handle goods weighing 50 lbs or less

Job Specification

• Education (area of studies, Management, IT etc.) Mandatory Associate's degree or High School Diploma or GED with coursework in Career and Technical Education
• Desirable Four year business or technical degree
• Professional experience (description incl. No. of years) Mandatory Strong working knowledge of MRP systems 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment 2 years’ experience with inventory management and transactions Minimum of 2 years management/leadership experience either within or beyond manufacturing
• Desirable Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Work, Excel) Lean/Continuous Improvement experience in process, process flow, organization and waste reduction, or willingness to gain certification in areas required by the business
• Interpersonal skills and behavioral competencies Mandatory Demonstration of strong leadership / management skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Highly organized and efficient in approaching tasks Independent self-starter and collaborator with other leaders demonstrating problem solving and continuous improvement abilities Strong team player, work ethic and commitment to win the right way Customer-focused (internal and external)
• Desirable Dover Competencies Attract, Develop and Retain Talent Builds and Manages Collaborative Relationships Change Leadership Customer Impact Motivates and Inspires Results driven Self-Awareness and Personal Development Strategic Mindset Strong Business Acumen and Sound Judgment Winning the right way

Schedule

Monday to Friday

1. Other: possible weekends or holidays as needed

Company Profile

• Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Winning Through Customers
• High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust
• Expectation for Results
• Respect and Value People

Benefits

Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 10 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, tuition assistance; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services.

Pay Range

USD 65,000 - 100,000 Annually

Eligibility for benefits

Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

EEO/DEI statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.