Warehouse Manager

Häns Kissle Co.; Dallas (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual target bonus program

401k with company match

3 weeks PTO

10+ holidays

Parental bonding leave (up to 12 weeks

Healthcare plans and wellness programs

Employee assistance program

Pet insurance

Disability plans

Job summary

Häns Kissle Co. is seeking a Warehouse Manager to oversee daily operations in a food manufacturing facility in the United States.

You will manage receipt, storage, rotation and distribution of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods while ensuring strict food safety standards and regulatory compliance. You will lead a team, optimize inventory accuracy, support production, and drive continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of warehouse management experience in food manufacturing or perishable goods.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, HACCP, SQF and other food safety standards.
• Experience with ERP and WMS systems (SAP/Oracle/NetSuite).
• Proven ability to lead, train and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee receiving, storage, inventory control and shipping of materials and finished goods.
• Ensure compliance with FDA/USDA and GMP standards and proper sanitation.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and perform cycle counts.
• Lead warehouse staff and provide safety training and supervision.
• Coordinate inbound/outbound logistics with carriers and vendors.
• Monitor KPIs and drive process improvements for efficiency and cost savings.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Food safety

WMS experience

ERP experience

Bilingual EN/ES

Forklift certification

Team training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Job description

Company Summary

At Häns Kissle, we strive to deliver the simple goodness of home in every bite. Founded in 1984, Häns Kissle began as the regional commissary for a small, high-end grocery chain in New England, MA, crafting fresh, upscale prepared foods and deli salads. Today we have two manufacturing facilities in Massachusetts and North Carolina.

Job Summary

The Warehouse Manager oversees the daily operations of the warehouse within a food manufacturing facility. This includes managing the receipt, storage, rotation, and distribution of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods while ensuring compliance with food safety standards, company policies, and regulatory guidelines. The role is responsible for inventory accuracy, team leadership, warehouse efficiency, and maintaining a clean and food-safe environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all warehouse activities including receiving, storing, inventory control, and shipping of materials and products.
• Ensure adherence to food safety regulations such as FDA, USDA, and company GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) standards.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS); conduct regular cycle counts and inventory reconciliations.
• Supervise and lead warehouse staff; provide training on safety, food handling, and operational procedures.
• Oversee proper storage and rotation of raw materials and finished goods (FIFO/FEFO) to ensure product quality and minimize waste.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality Assurance, and Purchasing to support continuous production and timely order fulfillment.
• Monitor warehouse KPIs and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and cost savings.
• Ensure proper sanitation and pest control procedures are followed in all storage areas.
• Enforce safety protocols and lead regular safety inspections to maintain a hazard-free workplace.
• Coordinate inbound/outbound logistics, including scheduling of deliveries and shipments with carriers and vendors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications And Competencies

Minimum degree and experience required:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of warehouse management experience, preferably in a food manufacturing or perishable goods environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards (GMP, HACCP, SQF, etc.).
• Experience with ERP and WMS software systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Specific Competencies Required

• Strong organizational, analytical and communications skills
• Knowledge of continuous improvement tools and lean methods
• Ability to be flexible to work any hours/shifts.
• ERP experience required
• Proficient in MS Office Suite required
• Food processing experience preferable
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, motivate, and train people
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Standing, walking, and operating warehouse equipment for extended periods.
• Exposure to varying temperatures and warehouse conditions

Why Join us?

• Work in a collaborative team environment with growth opportunities.If you're a results-driven leader with experience in warehouse and refrigerated logistics, we encourage you to apply! Hans Kissle takes pride in its people and product. We strongly believe in our philosophy to uphold the highest level of integrity in everything we do. Each employee is expected to understand and act appropriately per our philosophy and policies. This job description reflects essential functions assigned by management which are subject to change at any time.
• Be part of a leading refrigerated food manufacturing company committed to quality and safety.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of$80,400 - $130,100, with a target compensation of approximately $100,000. Actual pay will be determined based on skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Benefits include

• annual target bonus program
• 401k company contribution with company match up to5%
• Starting at 3 weeks paidtime off
• 10+ calendar holidays
• up to 12 weeks paidparental bonding leave
• employee assistance program
• comprehensive healthcare plans and wellnessprograms
• pet insurance, legal shield and identity theft protection
• short-termand long-term disability plans

Hans Kissle takes pride in its people and product. We strongly believe in our philosophy to uphold the highest level of integrity in everything we do. Each employee is expected to understand and act appropriately per our philosophy and policies. This job description reflects essential functions assigned by management which are subject to change at any time.