Warehouse Operations Leader

Michaels Stores; New Lenox (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Michaels Companies is seeking a Department Manager for the New Lenox DC to oversee daily operations, guide a team, and ensure safety, accuracy, and inventory control. You will drive performance, coach staff, and collaborate with leadership to achieve business goals in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Ideal candidates have strong leadership and communication skills, experience with WMS/LMS, and a flexible schedule to cover all shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• College degree preferred.
• Experience with WMS and LMS systems beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations in the distribution center to meet objectives and ensure safety, accuracy, production, and inventory control.
• Provide work direction and timely information to team members and leadership.
• Build and develop the team through onboarding, training, and coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Communication

Organization

Time management

Problem solving

Flexible schedule

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

WMS

LMS

MS Office

Job description

The Michaels Companies is seeking a Department Manager for the New Lenox DC to oversee daily operations, guide a team, and ensure safety, accuracy, and inventory control. You will drive performance, coach staff, and collaborate with leadership to achieve business goals in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Ideal candidates have strong leadership and communication skills, experience with WMS/LMS, and a flexible schedule to cover all shifts as needed.