Warehouse Operations Manager

Milliner Talent Solutions; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing recruitment firm is seeking a Warehouse Manager in Lebanon, IN. The role involves overseeing all warehouse operations and leading multiple shifts in a high-impact environment. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of leadership experience in warehouse or distribution, focusing on efficiency and continuous improvement. Expertise in Warehouse Management Systems is essential. This position requires a hands-on leader who drives accountability and enhances team performance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of warehouse or distribution center leadership experience.
• Proven success managing multi-shift operations in high-volume environments.
• Strong expertise in WMS and warehouse technologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, inventory control.
• Lead multiple shifts, ensuring consistent performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase throughput and efficiency.
• Monitor KPIs and use data to improve performance.

Skills

Warehouse leadership

Process improvement

Data analysis

Team development

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Job description

Our client in Lebanon, IN is seeking a Warehouse Manager to lead daily operations within a rapidly growing manufacturing environment. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for driving efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across warehouse operations. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader who thrives in fast‑paced settings, embraces continuous improvement, and leverages systems and data to optimize performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, inventory control, picking, packing, and shipping
• Lead multiple shifts, ensuring consistent performance and smooth transitions across operations
• Promote a culture of accountability, urgency, teamwork, and safety
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase throughput, accuracy, and efficiency
• Monitor KPIs and use data to inform decisions and improve performance
• Maintain high inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, and process discipline
• Reduce shrink, waste, and product damage through root cause analysis and corrective action
• Manage warehouse budgets and optimize storage of finished goods
• Partner with supply chain and production teams to ensure proper material flow and inventory alignment
• Oversee relationships with third‑party logistics (3PL) partners to ensure seamless inbound and outbound operations
• Own and optimize warehouse management systems (WMS), including system enhancements and automation initiatives
• Recruit, develop, and lead high‑performing teams across multiple shifts
• Set clear expectations, coach team members, and drive engagement and retention

Qualifications

• 10+ years of warehouse or distribution center leadership experience
• Proven success managing multi‑shift operations in high‑volume, fast‑paced environments
• Ideally experience in food / beverage / CPG industry.
• Strong expertise in WMS and warehouse technologies
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement and operational excellence
• Solid knowledge of inventory control, safety standards, and compliance requirements
• Data‑driven mindset with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team development capabilities
• Hands‑on, adaptable leader with a high sense of urgency