Warehouse Manager
21 days ago
Paterson
The Warehouse Manager works alongside the warehouse team, providing leadership, guidance, and operational support to ensure maximum productivity and efficiency. This role is responsible for overseeing daily receiving and warehouse operations, maintaining inventory accuracy, reinforcing safety standards, and ensuring compliance with food safety and quality regulations. The Warehouse Manager partners closely with the Warehouse and Receiving Managers as well as cross-functional departments to maintain smooth and compliant warehouse operations. Warehouse Operations • Lead and manage daily warehouse shift operations including receiving, staging, transfers, loading/unloading, and shipping., • Oversee the receiving crew and warehouse staff during shift operations to ensure productivity and workflow efficiency., • Ensure inventory accuracy and system transaction integrity within warehouse systems., • Complete required documentation and ensure inventory records are properly maintained., • Monitor labor allocation and operational performance to meet company standards., • Conduct cycle counts and oversee investigations of inventory discrepancies., • Oversee the order fulfillment process to meet customer and company requirements., • Communicate operational updates and key information to staff and management via email, phone, and in person. Team Leadership & Development • Provide daily leadership, coaching, and support to warehouse staff., • Manage team performance and hold employees accountable for productivity, attendance, and adherence to procedures., • Train, coach, and develop warehouse team members., • Participate in onboarding and track training progress for new employees. Safety, Quality & Compliance • Reinforce safety as a core value and ensure all safety policies and procedures are followed., • Adhere to and enforce GMP, HACCP, SQF, and food safety/quality standards., • Ensure warehouse staff follows all company, quality, and governmental processes and procedures., • Report any conditions or practices that may affect employee safety or food safety/quality., • Participate in safety meetings and required trainings., • Ensure proper PPE is worn including hair nets, face masks, and lab coats. Process Improvement & Audits • Perform internal audits and support external audit readiness., • Create and implement warehouse processes and procedures., • Follow up on and close preventive and corrective action requests., • Support continuous improvement initiatives within warehouse operations., • Escalate operational risks and recommend corrective actions when necessary. Warehouse Maintenance & Equipment • Maintain warehouse sanitation and housekeeping standards., • Manage and document the Monthly Cleaning Schedule (MCS)., • Ensure P.I.T. equipment checklists are completed and submitted monthly., • Oversee proper operation of warehouse equipment including forklifts and pallet jacks. Requirements • High school diploma or GED required., • 3–5 years of warehouse experience, preferably within a CPG or food manufacturing environment., • 1–3 years of leadership or management experience with 15+ direct reports., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally., • Experience with WMS and ERP systems., • Ability to operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts and rider pallet jacks., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.)., • Ability to read and interpret safety rules, procedure manuals, and operational documents., • Ability to work both independently and within a team environment., • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. Physical Requirements & Work Environment • Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds., • Frequent standing, walking, sitting, and repetitive hand movement., • Occasional bending and stooping., • Exposure to varying temperature and humidity conditions within a warehouse environment. Benefits& Compensation Competitive salary with performance-based bonus opportunities Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan Company-paid life insurance Paid parental leave (including paternity leave) Paid time off and company holidays Career growth and advancement opportunities Comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees and their families
