Warehouse Operations Leader: Safety, Growth & Excellence

Hodge Company; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hodge Company in Moline, IL is seeking an Operations Manager to drive warehouse excellence by prioritizing safety, quality, and productivity. You will lead cross-functional teams, develop strategies, and ensure customer satisfaction while upholding our core values.

Responsibilities include budgeting, talent development, process improvements, and exploring growth opportunities. The role demands strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and adherence to Lean and Six Sigma principles.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills to motivate diverse teams.
• Proven experience in warehouse management and driving operational efficiency.
• Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma principles encouraged.
• Intermediate proficiency with WMS and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with company values and cross-functional inputs.
• Foster a positive, inclusive culture and mentor warehouse staff to grow talent.
• Build and maintain strong customer relations and ensure on-time, accurate order processing.
• Develop and manage the warehouse budget, labor costs, and capital expenditures.
• Identify new business opportunities and coordinate with leadership on growth plans.
• Oversee staffing planning and collaborate with teams to fill gaps.
• Promote safety and compliance through policies and teamwork.
• Create and deliver presentations highlighting performance and improvements for internal/external stakeholders.
• Support engineering and analytics efforts for warehouse optimization.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Warehouse management

Lean Six Sigma

Problem-solving

Analytical

Budgeting

Staffing

Safety awareness

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, engineering, analytics or related field

Tools

WMS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hodge Company in Moline, IL is seeking an Operations Manager to drive warehouse excellence by prioritizing safety, quality, and productivity. You will lead cross-functional teams, develop strategies, and ensure customer satisfaction while upholding our core values.

Responsibilities include budgeting, talent development, process improvements, and exploring growth opportunities. The role demands strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and adherence to Lean and Six Sigma principles.