Warehouse Manager, 3rd Shift

Schylling; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Schylling is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager for 3rd shift at our Lakewood, WA facility. You will lead the distribution center, champion safety, and drive KPIs, inventory control, and budget performance in a fast-paced retail/e-commerce environment.

You will coordinate with remote HQ, implement lean processes, and mentor staff to foster reliability and continuous improvement, ensuring on-time order fulfillment and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years as Warehouse/Distribution Center leader in retail distribution or e-commerce.
• Experience managing budgets and financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of distribution, transportation, and inventory management.
• Proficient with supply chain software (WMS, ERP).
• Ability to work the third shift Sunday through Thursday, 10:00 pm to 6:30 am.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety culture and compliance with OSHA and regulations.
• Develop metrics and monitor KPIs for real-time operations.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and training to warehouse staff.
• Monitor inventory levels to fulfill orders.
• Manage site budget and financial metrics.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and vendors for continuous improvement.
• Provide equipment, tools, and training for safe operations.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Inventory management

WMS

ERP

Communication

Team leadership

Safety culture

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

WMS

ERP systems

Job description

At Schylling, we create timeless moments of joy, laughter, and imagination for kids of all ages. Since 1975, we’ve been designing toys that spark creativity, inspire play, and bring smiles, whether through cherished classics or fresh innovations with a nostalgic twist. The Schylling portfolio includes iconic brands like NeeDoh®, LAVA® Lamp, Big Wheel®, Sea-Monkeys®, and many beloved classic toys, each crafted to encourage curiosity, discovery, and a sense of wonder. Join us in bringing play to the world!

Schylling's warehouse operations are in Lakewood, WA, and we are currently looking for an experienced Warehouse Manager, 3rd Shift to lead our 3rd shift team. Third shift runs Sunday through Thursday, 10:00 pm to 6:30 am.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the overall safety and welfare of the DC facility and staff by addressing both physical safety issues and creating a culture of safety.
• Ensures that the operation complies with all OSHA and other regulations, policies, safety procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Must have the ability to develop metrics, monitor KPIs and put in place systems and processes to track real time operational performance.
• Provide leadership, coaching and training to warehouse associates at all levels placing an emphasis on culture, talent evaluation and leadership development.
• Monitors inventory levels to ensure sufficient levels to fulfill all orders.
• Responsible for managing and building continuous improvement relationships with internal/external stakeholders and vendors.
• Provides the necessary equipment, tools, and training to staff to ensure safe, secure, and efficient operations.
• Creates and provides a leadership style that ensures a positive, efficient, and safe work environment.
• Manages the site level budget, ensuring financial metrics are achieved.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 5-10 years as Warehouse/Distribution Center leader in retail distribution or e-commerce with progressive advancement in a warehouse/ distribution center environment.
• Ability to understand the financial management of the warehouse, including budget preparation and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated understanding of distribution, transportation, and inventory management principles and practices with a strong customer focus.
• Knowledge and understanding of supply chain systems (i.e., WMS, Inventory Planning, ERP, etc.)
• Experience working with remote headquarters and functional resources, ability to build effective relationships, solve problems, and get things done.
• Ability to work the third shift Sunday through Thursday, 10:00 pm to 6:30 am
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
• High standard of integrity and reliability; able to build trust and loyalty with others
• Strong interpersonal skills and team leadership in a collaborative business model
• Exceptional level of self-awareness and level-headedness
• Balance of proactive and reactive management styles.

The base salary range for this position is $100,000 to $110,000. Offered base compensation within this range will be determined based on a candidate’s qualifications, experience, geographic location and other factors relevant to the scope and responsibilities of this role.

Schylling offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage with an 80% company contribution, company-paid life and disability insurance, PTO and at least 10 paid holidays, product discount, and a two-year cliff vesting 401k with weekly company match and eligibility after 30 days.