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Wagner Logistics, a Top 50 Third Party Logistics company providing supply chain services including distribution center management, warehousing, transportation, order fulfillment, product assembly, and packaging is adding an additional leadership position to support our growth. We are seeking an Operations Manager ing directly to the Warehouse and Transportation Manager. This position is located at the Lake City Army Ammunitions Plant (LCAAP), just east of Independence, MO. This position is for the warehousing, distribution and internal transportation aspects of the LCAAP operation. This is not a manufacturing operations position.
Our excellent benefit package includes:
- Family health, dental & vision plans
- 401k retirement plan with company match
- Company provided life insurance, STD & LTD coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Unlimited Paid Time off
- Competitive Pay and bonus potential
The Operations Manager is responsible for coordinating and supervising all warehouses’ activities as directed by the Warehouse & Transportation Manager. The Operations Manager is responsible for supervising the receiving, warehousing, shipping, and transporting of product in a manner consistent with company service and cost control objectives, as well as achieving prescribed company objectives in customer service, safety, quality assurance, inventory control, productivity, and security.company objectives in regards to revenue growth, cost control, profit, safety, productivity, customer service and return on investments.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Communications
Conduct shift meetings and keep warehouse and office personnel informed of information they need to know. Act as liaison between employees and top management. Interact with the operations management and customer service team, customers, vendors and corporate departments as necessary.
Shipping and Receiving
Coordinate inbound and outbound scheduling with third party carriers. Supervise and coordinate unloading of inbound shipments, orderly stacking of product, and the picking and staging of outbound shipments, while maintaining a high level of productivity. Ensure proper wave allocations, shipment and transportation to LCAAP facilities and within customer SLA requirements. Oversee the verification of inbound/outbound paperwork with drivers, ensuring that all shipments are accurately counted and inspected for damage.
Labor Management
Direct the operations of the warehouses to achieve prescribed productivity objectives. Apply sound communication and motivational techniques in supervising, counseling, and disciplining subordinates. Enforce the company rules of conduct. Participate in the performance appraisal process and evaluate personnel for training needs, wage increases and promotions. Participate in the hiring and selection of hourly and supervisory personnel.
Equipment
Ensure the efficient and safe operation of all material handling equipment and transportation equipment. Place unsafe equipment out of service and arrange for the necessary repairs. Coordinate preventative maintenance scheduling with corporate equipment maintenance and approved maintenance vendors.
Customer Service
Maintain a complete understanding of specific requirements of all customers and communicate standards to all personnel. Maintain a working knowledge of company and customer warehouse management and yard management systems. Maintain appropriate contact with customers and timely respond to customer requests or concerns.
Scheduling
Establish work schedules for assigned warehouse personnel. Ensure the work is assigned effectively and completed safely, in a timely fashion.
Storage and Inventory
Maintain the product locator system. Ensure the optimal utilization of space through warehouse consolidation. Rotate product as required by each account. Assure the integrity of the inventory and assist in conducting physical inventories.
Safety, Sanitation and Security
Ensure strict compliance with the security policies and procedures necessary to protect the wellbeing of employees, visitors, merchandise, equipment and property. Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area. Promote safe working habits and enforce the company safety rules and policies. Conduct periodic safety meetings and safety contacts. Conduct accident investigations. Conduct operations in compliance with local, state and federal regulations and laws governing business operations.
Records
Oversee completion of required records and s in a timely and accurate fashion. Retain records and s as required by the customers’ specifications.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- CITIZENSHIP: Must be a US Citizen.
- EDUCATION: Partial college required; Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Logistics or Business Administration preferred.
- EXPERIENCE: Five or more years of warehouse supervisory experience in a similar work environment.
- SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITITES:
- Strong and effective leadership skills with a work history of success in warehousing and logistics management with a focus on multiple supply chain functions.
- Familiarity with personal computers, warehouse management systems and material handling equipment are required.
- Effective skills in developing employees, planning staffing, organizing, controlling and communicating are required.
- Must possess effective analytical and problem-solving skills. The ability to develop successful customer relationships, provide effective leadership and integrate diverse individuals to achieve profitability objectives is critical.
- Outstanding People Leadership skills are mandatory.
- A good educator who is trustworthy and willing to share information and serve as a mentor.
- Great team-building skills and relating well to employees at all levels of the organization.
- Team player.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Ability to sit for up to 8-hour periods of time and repetitively
- Work in a non-climate controlled office and warehouse environment
- Use hands and fingers for keyboard and computer input
- Use eyes, ears and voice for seeing, hearing and speaking in telephone and to others
- Ability to stand, sit, squat, crawl, bend, twist, reach and/or kneel for up to 12-hour periods of time and repetitively
- Exposure to varying temperatures: heat, cold, wet, damp, drafty
- Work on concrete and unlevel surfaces
- May be required to frequently climb ladders and stairs
- Work around hazardous materials and may be exposed to carcinogens, toxic, and explosive materials
- Possible exposure to areas with high noise levels that may require hearing protection
- Use hands and fingers to grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying sizes and weights
- Utilize muscles to lift, push, pull or carry heavy objects up to 50 pounds
Wagner began business in 1946, and currently operates over 7 million square feet of warehouse space in over 20 locations across 12 states. We are growing quickly and are looking for talented people who believe in our way of doing business. ..Bring It!
To apply, please send your cover letter and resume.
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or other protected status.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
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