Area Manager (1st Shift)

The Hillman Group, Inc.•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

The Area Manager is a frontline manager responsible for driving all functions within an assigned warehouse area. The role includes analyzing data, managing employee payroll and HR functions, performance-managing employees, maintaining a high standard of safety, and guiding overall production. The manager provides daily direction to Leads, uses data to support staffing and operational decisions, and works to meet production goals while maintaining balance across departments. The role also supports employee development, continuous improvement, operational systems, workplace safety, and process quality.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of 2–3 years of leadership experience.
Experience in a high-volume automated, multi-shift distribution center.
Working knowledge of technologies such as ASRS, goods-to-person systems, automated guided vehicles, and automated picking solutions.
Comprehensive knowledge of inventory control.
Knowledge of Word, Excel, and Windows, and ability to learn and use in-house software applications such as PowerBI and Manhattan WMS.
Excellent data analysis, organization, planning, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to lead and motivate employees by guiding, training, and offering counsel.

Nice To Haves

Experience with continuous improvement projects.
Experience managing 40 or more direct reports.

Responsibilities

Provide daily direction to Leads to accomplish operational goals established through production meetings held throughout the workday.
Analyze data and instruct Leads on employee placement to achieve daily goals and maintain proper balance within the department and across other departments.
Conduct interviews for the assigned department and other departments.
Ensure staff are properly oriented and trained by directing Leads.
Conduct performance reviews and set goals and development plans for departmental personnel.
Administer corrective action in accordance with policy.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with employees to support high employee engagement.
Participate in continuous improvement projects and roll out new policies and procedures.
Use the Dayforce system daily to manage payroll and attendance.
Enforce safety policies and procedures and conduct safety training as required and scheduled.
Establish and enforce process-quality checks to ensure compliance with established standards.
Participate in safety and health program activities, report hazards and unsafe practices or incidents, wear required personal protective equipment, and support safety committee activities.