Warehouse Manager

Quality Custom Distribution; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Weekly pay

Job summary

Quality Custom Distribution (QCD) Fontana, CA seeks a Warehouse Manager to oversee the DC warehousing operations, inventory control, and compliance with safety and quality standards. This role leads a diverse 24/7 team and coordinates with broader distribution objectives.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, hands-on management of staffing, budgeting, and process improvements to meet efficiency and productivity goals at the Fontana facility.

Qualifications

• 7 years of progressively responsible experience in warehousing operations involving multi-temperature environment and refrigeration building maintenance
• 3–6 years of experience in warehouse or distribution operations, including team supervision
• Strong knowledge of safety protocols, food handling, and inventory best practices
• Proficiency in computer systems and reporting (barcoding, warehouse systems, timekeeping) and ability to lead a diverse team in a 24/7 operation

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements and monitors day-to-day operations for DC warehousing functions, analyzing operating data and reports
• Manages staff, recruitment, training and performance, building a motivated team
• Audits shipping/receiving procedures and implements improvements for availability, storage, sanitation and security
• Develops and controls department budget and manages material handling equipment purchases/maintenance
• Ensures compliance with customer, governmental and company directives and prepares reports/analyses
• Communicates with management and provides reports; conducts analyses on special projects
• Performs other duties as necessary

Skills

Warehouse operations

Multi-temperature warehousing

Inventory management

Safety protocols

Team leadership

Warehouse IT systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Blue Yonder WMS

HRIS / timekeeping systems

Job description

ABOUT QCD:
Established in 2006, Quality Custom Distribution Services LLC (QCD), a subsidiary of GSF, is a custom last-mile distribution company specializing in tailored solutions for selected food service Industry customers. Headquartered in Frisco, Texas, QCD services thousands of restaurants throughout the United States. Providing over 37,000 deliveries a week from 25 strategically located distribution centers, the QCD fleet averages more than 40 million miles driven per year. QCD associates also help run a national non-profit, the GSF Foundation.

Description

Established in 2006, Quality Custom Distribution Services LLC (QCD), a subsidiary of GSF, is a custom last-mile distribution company specializing in tailored solutions for selected food service Industry customers. Headquartered in Frisco, Texas, QCD services thousands of restaurants throughout the United States. Providing over 37,000 deliveries a week from 25 strategically located distribution centers, the QCD fleet averages more than 40 million miles driven per year. QCD associates also help run a national non-profit, the GSF Foundation. At QCD, every role drives success. Whether you're preparing orders, making deliveries, mapping routes, or managing warehouses, you're part of a dynamic team that keeps America's favorite restaurants running. Beyond offering logistics jobs, we build careers and fuel the future of foodservice distribution.

Warehouse Manager – Fontana, CA

In This Role, You’ll:

Manages all activities related to the distribution center's warehousing operations, including inventory management, ensuring that QCD and GSF objectives for efficiency, economy, quality and productivity are met or exceeded.

What You’ll Bring:

• 7 years of progressively responsible experience in warehousing operations involving multi-temperature environment, refrigeration building maintenance with receiving, inventory control and shipping and 3–6 years of experience in warehouse or distribution operations, including team supervision
• Strong knowledge of safety protocols, food handling, and inventory best practices
• Proficiency in computer systems and reporting (barcoding, warehouse systems, timekeeping)
• Ability to lead a diverse team in a 24/7 operation with a focus on collaboration, safety, and efficiency

Education/Certification:

• Bachelors’ degree in business administration or related field from an accredited university or college or equivalent experience preferred.

In This Role, You’ll:

• Plans, implements and monitors the day-to-day operations for the DC's warehousing function, including analyzing operating data and reports, determining manpower needs and monitoring adherence to standards to ensure business plan objectives are met or exceeded. (25%)
• Manages assigned staff, including involvement in the recruitment and selection process of new employees, assigning work, providing training and development, evaluating performance, and building a motivated, effective team to ensure that organizational goals for diversity, career development, productivity, performance management and employee involvement are met. (25%)
• Periodically audits operational procedures and programs related to shipping and receiving and implements necessary improvements to achieve expectations for availability, storage, sanitation and security of inventory. (20%)
• Develops, audits and controls department budget and ensures that operational costs are within plan. Manages the purchase and/or leasing and maintenance of all material handling equipment to achieve safety, longevity and efficiency objectives. (10%)
• Ensures compliance with all customer, governmental and Company directives and policies and ensures the preparation and distribution of all relevant reports and quality analyses summaries. (10%)
• Communicates with Division management and employees and provides relevant reports and analyses to ensure appropriate decision-making. Conducts analyses on special project assignments. (10%)
• Performs other related and assigned duties as necessary.

LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

Supervises, through subordinate management, approximately 45-50 associates, including hourly staff. Manages projects with significant financial and strategic impact. May manage various external vendors.

Labor union (grievance resolution), warehouse management system (blue Yonder), minimun of 2 years warehouse manager experiences, food facility audit (IFS audit), strong team building, 70 associates, 2 inventory and 2 customer service clerks, customer KPI management and process improvement.

PERFORMANCE CATEGORIES

• Productivity/quality standards
• Cases per man hour
• Delivery reliability
• Budget
• Cost containment
• Teamwork within the department and across departments
• Project assignment standards
• Customer satisfaction
• External relationships and compliance with regulatory agencies
• Employee development to meet GSF’s projected near- and mid-term objectives
• Recruitment and retention of workforce to meet GSF’s diversity objectives
• Safety of employees
• Safety of facility and warehouse equipment
• Teamwork within the department and across departments

The Schedule & Setting:

Onsite at QCD Fontana - 7953 Cherry Ave, Fontana, CA 92336

Shift: Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm

Pay & Benefits:

• Pay Range (Base Pay): $90,000 - $115,000K Annually
• Weekly pay (every Friday)
• Other Compensation: May include shift differentials, overtime pay, bonuses, or other incentive pay as applicable to the position and location.
• Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts (FSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Voluntary Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Life, and AD&D); Pet Insurance
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Includes vacation, sick leave, and paid company holidays provided in accordance with company policy and applicable state and local laws.

WHY JOIN US

We're not just in the business of distribution - we're in the business of development. Your ambition accelerates our whole team's progress. We provide clear paths for career advancement, from entry-level to leadership, backed by comprehensive training and development programs. As we grow with our customers, our associates navigate the next turn in their supply chain careers. Opportunities are always on the road ahead with QCD and throughout theGolden State Foodsfamily of companies.

At QCD, our people-first culture is grounded in simple values: treat others the way you want to be treated, hold yourself to a high standard, and always do the right thing. We believe in shared success - because when our people thrive, our customers do, too.

QCD is the place to be, if you believe in living our values-driven culture - celebrating wins together - learning from challenges - exploring bold ideas - collaborating for shared success - prioritizing people first and giving back to our community.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. QCD values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.

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