Operations Manager I - Lancaster, Texas

Job Ref: 163377 Location: Lancaster, TX 75134 Location Flexibility: Onsite Category: Logistics and Warehouse Job Type: Full-time Job Status: Exempt Pay Basis Yearly Pay Range $74500.00 - $115100.00 Annually ($35.82 - $55.34 Hourly) Other Compensation Bonus Eligible

Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better for you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family-owned stores to Wholefoods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Distribution team today!

Our Lancaster DC is looking to hire a Warehouse Supervisor

Competitive salary and quarterly bonus plan

Excellent benefits that include:

• Medical (HAS & FSA), Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program

• Home, Auto and Pet Insurance offerings

• 401K Savings plan with matching contribution

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Access to back up childcare & Paid Parental Leave

• Learning and Development programs

• Diversity Council and Groups

• Recognition for great work, company events and picnics, and much more.

PURPOSE:

Responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the shipping/receiving/facility related activities of the Warehouse. Responsible for enforcing productivity and quality rates, reviews/pay adjustments, E-Time (payroll), and any other related issues to ensure that the daily workload is completed efficiently and accurately. Responsible for keeping the shift staffed and disciplined at a level where the work will be completed in an efficient manner. Ensure Warehouse operations are in accordance with established procedures and policies. Keeps management well informed of significant problems and area activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages all the day-to-day activities surrounding inbound, outbound, inventory control, AND/OR facility

warehouse operations.

• Monitors, researches, and implements solutions regarding issues related to damaged product, mis-shipped product, and missing product.

• Assists in developing / adjusting of policies and procedures for warehouse operations.

• Manages equipment needs and suggests investments for capital improvements.

• Ensures that Warehouse materials are rotated and stored properly.

• Assumes responsibility for the maintenance of Warehouse facilities. Ensures that both the inside and outside of the facilities are clean and orderly.

• Works to develop and maintain productive business relations with internal and external customers.

• Provides leadership to direct reports while focusing on process improvements and creating a high-performance supervisory team.

• Manages labor needs to ensure business needs are met in an efficient manner.

• Fosters positive employee relations, while ensuring Company vision and mission are active.

• Manages performance of direct reports and also ensuring accountability at all levels within department. Ensures operations meet or exceed Company metrics.

• Partners with Human Resources to find and retain talent; and to actively share concerns, feedback, and objectives.

• Ensures all company policies are followed and implements proper solutions when needed.

• Maintains or develops reports to understand the state of operations, or where to make improvements.

• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location.

• Good attendance is a must and be flexible to working fluctuate hours and weekends due to operational demands, peak seasons, and inventory activities.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Experience:

• Five or more years of related experience, with at least two or more years of supervisory experience

• 3 - 5 years warehouse management and/or logistics management experience in a complex, service-driven organization.

• Experience in shipping/receiving is preferred.

Knowledge:

• Must have strong knowledge of all warehouse procedures and functions

• Knowledge of budgeting, supply contracts, and shipping requirements

Skills/ Abilities:

• Excellent leadership abilities

• Keen eye for quality; detail oriented with excellent analytical skills

• Able to organize, coordinate, and direct team activities

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Strong communication skills and ability to motivate

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Must be flexible

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Applications, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/DEMANDS:

• Some travel may be required

• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment.

• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.

• Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone and other office equipment in the course of normal workday.

• Stooping, bending, twisting and reaching may be required in completion of job

duties.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Company: United Natural Foods West Inc