Area Manager - 2nd Shift

Resmed•Lithia Springs, GA

About The Position

The Area Manager is responsible for the execution and performance of activities and personnel related to shipping, receiving, inventory management, and material flow within an assigned area or shift. The role is accountable for safe, efficient, and compliant operations while developing a culture that reflects ResMed's values, standards, core competencies, and behaviors. The manager leads through people, process, and performance to meet operational goals through clear expectations, disciplined execution, and continuous improvement, with a focus on safety, quality, customer experience, and productivity. The position works Monday through Thursday, 6:00 PM to 4:30 AM. It is based in a warehouse environment and requires flexibility to work varying schedules and hours, including weekends and overtime as needed. The role involves walking and may occasionally involve sitting, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting up to 40 pounds. Noise levels are usually moderate to high.

Requirements

Minimum 5–7 years of experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
Minimum 2 years of experience leading hourly teams.
Demonstrated ownership of safety, productivity, quality, and delivery outcomes.
Experience with inventory control and distribution operations.
Working knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of federal and local OSHA safety regulations related to warehouse and shipping environments.
Customer-focused mindset and ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships.
Self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Ability to walk and occasionally sit, kneel, crouch, crawl, and lift up to 40 pounds.
Flexibility to work varying schedules and hours, including weekends and overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with Oracle or comparable Supply Chain/Logistics systems.
Experience with a Warehouse Management System.
Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Own safety performance for the assigned area or shift and ensure a safe, compliant work environment.
Review forecasts and align labor plans with daily, weekly, and monthly operational objectives.
Lead daily shift execution, balancing labor and workflow to achieve productivity, quality, and delivery targets.
Ensure operations follow standard work and meet service commitments and deadlines.
Identify and eliminate non-value-added activities to foster continuous improvement.
Ensure associates are trained and capable of meeting operational and customer requirements.
Lead, coach, and hold Team Leads and hourly associates accountable to performance and behavioral standards.
Ensure materials are received from approved vendors, accurately transacted into inventory, processed to specification, and shipped on time.
Deliver quality objectives within budget and labor expectations.
Manage inventory control processes to ensure accountability, accuracy, and traceability of materials and finished goods.
Communicate consistently with teams to align priorities, expectations, and daily execution.
Establish, reinforce, and improve operational methods and procedures as needed.
Recommend process, policy, or workflow changes to improve operational effectiveness.
Maintain documentation and prepare reports reflecting performance, risks, and improvement opportunities.
Collaborate with peer Area Managers, senior leadership, and cross-functional partners to resolve issues and ensure continuity across shifts.
Manage and sustain product traceability systems using WMS/Oracle to support customer and quality requirements.
Ensure equipment inspections, housekeeping, and work environment standards are maintained.
Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned.