Warehouse Operations Director at Perfect Placement Group, LLC Edison, NJ

Comunidade Metodista; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Company-paid disability insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

Perfect Placement Group, LLC is seeking an Operations Director for our Edison, NJ warehouse. This role oversees all warehouse operations, staffing, and safety, with accountability for shipment performance and productivity across a ~50-person team in a 200,000 sq ft facility.

The incumbent will drive continuous improvement, lead the Foreman and staff, and ensure on-time shipping while maintaining quality metrics. Requires 5+ years DC ops experience and a bachelor’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Supervised 50+ team members.
• 5+ years of Distribution Center Operations experience.
• Experience using mobile devices in fast-paced environments.
• Experience in stone, tile or hard flooring industries preferred.
• Ability to present operational data to leadership.

Responsibilities

• Ensure shifts and functions are staffed to handle ~50 employees in a 200,000 sq ft facility.
• Develop and manage facility quality processes.
• Ensure on-time shipping; coordinate with drivers and foreman.
• Manage quality/productivity reporting (daily/weekly/monthly).
• Supervise realignment to optimize facility operations.
• Support DC layout and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide supervision to the Foreman and teams.
• Lead and train 50+ team members; foster growth.
• Drive leadership capability and cultural change.
• Oversee facility/equipment maintenance and supplies.
• Maintain safe working environment and safety compliance.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Change management

Adaptability

Data presentation

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Warehouse Management systems (WMS)

Job description

Warehouse Operations Director job at Perfect Placement Group, LLC. Edison, NJ.

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR

WAREHOUSE JOBS
Location: Edison, NJ

Summary: The Operations Director is responsible for the effective management of the warehouse operations; including shipment performance, productivity management and direct supervision of team members.

Work Hours: Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM, 1 Saturday(s) a month from 08:00 AM to 01:00 PM

Seniority Level: Director

Employment Type: Full-time

Compensation: This salaried, exempt position pays from $115,000 to $135,000 per year. The estimated annual pay for new hires generally ranges from $115,000 to $135,000 or more, depending on experience, education level and annual bonuses.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to complete the following essential duties and responsibilities:

• Responsible for assuring all shifts and functions are properly staffed to execute varied work volume, manage flow of orders to the floor to optimize operation for approximately 50 employees in a 200,000 square foot facility.
• Develop, maintain and manage facility quality process.
• Ensure on-time shipping performance; work closely with employees, delivery drivers and Foreman to ensure receipts and shipments meet standards.
• Manage daily/weekly/monthly quality and productivity reporting.
• Supervise realignment activities to ensure maximum optimization of the facility.
• Manage operational activities to ensure DC layout and continuous improvement activities support goals of the operation.
• Provide direct supervision to the Foreman. Hold them accountable for their performance and the performance of their teams.
• Provide leadership, training, and supervision to 50 + team members down the ladder.
• Continuously work towards increasing the leadership capability of the team and drive professional growth.
• Responsible for all facility/equipment maintenance and supplies.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe working environment and overseeing safety compliance.
• Perform additional duties as required and or requested.

Additionally the candidate must meet the following Education and/or Experience requirements:

• Must have supervised at least 50+ team members.
• Must have 5 years of Distribution Center Operations experience.
• Familiarity utilizing mobile devices in a fast paced work environment.
• Related industry experience; natural stone, tile or hard flooring industries preferred.
• Capable of presenting operational data to the business and leadership team.
• Demonstrated ability to drive cultural change while improving efficiencies and processes. Ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Distribution and Warehouse Management applications.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or college coursework preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of supervisory/management experience.
• Demonstrated leadership and managerial abilities.
• Goal-oriented with proven record of self-motivation and achievements.
• Strong proactive with strong analytical skills.
• Uses creativity to seek quality solutions and process improvements.
• Must have excellent People Management and Time Management skills and abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to drive cultural change while improving efficiencies and processes.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs.
• Proactive and able to manage ambiguity effectively.
• Ability to conceptualize and think strategically.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Distribution and Warehouse Management applications.
• Capable of presenting operational data to the business and leadership team.

This role has the following physical demands:

• 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with their hands and arms; and communicate verbally. The employee frequently sits and may occasionally stand or walk.
• The employee must occasionally lift, pull and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Benefits: Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Referral, Holiday, and Annual Bonuses
• Annual pay increases
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Short Term and Long Term disability
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with company matching contributions
• Charitable donation matching programs
• Free, company-sponsored 1-on-1 tutoring for children/dependents of employees in grades k-12, including free tutoring for SAT and ACT tests