Warehouse Operations Manager page is loaded## Warehouse Operations Managerlocations: Chaskatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: JR100122MGK has 100+ years' of experience focusing on sustainable & environmentally conscious ways to protect families and crops from pests around the world, using our synthetic and certified organic, botanically based pesticide products.**General Description:**The Warehouse Operations Manager is responsible for leading and executing all warehouses, inventory control, shipping, and receiving activities in a manufacturing environment. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on operational leadership to ensure accurate inventory, efficient material flow, on-time delivery, and continuous improvement. The position partners closely with manufacturing, procurement, and production planning while actively monitoring performance through data, metrics, and KPIs.**Principal Responsibilities*** Lead and manage daily warehouse operations including receiving, put-away, storage, inventory control, picking, packing, staging, and shipping.* Actively participate on the warehouse floor as needed, leading by example and supporting operational execution.* Develop, implement, and maintain robust inventory control processes, including cycle counting, physical inventories, reconciliation, and transaction audits.* Analyze inventory and operational data to identify trends, resolve discrepancies, reduce excess and obsolete inventory, and improve inventory turns.* Collaborate with manufacturing, procurement, and production planning to ensure material availability and production continuity at the point of use.* Develop, track, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory accuracy, order fulfillment, throughput, dock-to-stock time, space utilization, and on-time delivery.* Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, cost reduction, material flow optimization, and process standardization (Lean / 5S).* Oversee shipping and receiving accuracy, freight coordination, carrier performance, and issue resolution.* Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, housekeeping (5S), and internal operating procedures.* Manage, train, and develop warehouse and logistics staff; set priorities, assign work, and conduct performance reviews.* Support ERP/MRP system accuracy, transactions, and process improvements related to inventory and logistics.* Operate and oversee warehouse equipment as required (forklifts, pallet jacks, scanners, etc.).**Qualifications*** Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).* 5+ years of progressive, hands-on experience in warehousing, inventory control, shipping, and receiving.* Manufacturing or highly regulated production environment experience strongly preferred.* Demonstrated ability to work on the warehouse floor while managing broader operational priorities.* Strong analytical skills with experience developing metrics, KPIs, dashboards, and performance reports.* Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced Excel or data analysis tools.* Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.* Proven leadership, problem-solving, and continuous improvement capabilities.* Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.**Key Competencies*** Hands-on operational leadership* Inventory accuracy and optimization* Manufacturing material flow* Data-driven decision making* KPI and metric development* Continuous improvement / Lean principles* Safety, compliance, and quality focus**Additional Details*** This is a salaried position that is full-time, on-site at our Chaska location.* Salary Range: $90k-$110k (commensurate with experience and qualifications).* This role offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and PTO. #J-18808-Ljbffr