Operations Manager (2nd Shift)

Odw Logistics•Lockbourne, OH

59d

About The Position

ODW Logistics is a people-focused and customer-driven third-party logistics (3PL) provider committed to delivering seamless end-to-end supply chain solutions. Our extensive range of services include supply chain design and innovation, warehousing, efficient distribution and fulfillment, freight brokerage, transportation management, and specialized e-commerce fulfillment solutions. POSITION SUMMARY The Operations Manager leads one or more large volume operation(s), which may serve a multi-disciplined customer base or multi-facility operations. This position is responsible for employee safety, customer relations, operational oversight, business metrics, staff development support and P&L. They are involved in business development and contracts, along with team leadership initiatives and improvement projects.

Requirements

3 - 5+ years of management/supervisor experience preferred
Previous experience with staff development, facility layout, multi-shift operations, project management and inventory management preferred
Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, operations or equivalent education/work experience preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools preferred
Expert knowledge of warehouse management systems preferred
Prior P&L exposure and warehouse/transportation experience preferred
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and organizational skills
Strong team building skills
Strong analytical, critical thinking and decision-making skills
High energy and the drive to implement organizational change
Self- and people-driven learner
Comfortable speaking in front of multiple associates and customers
Hear, read and comprehend, write and communicate
Frequently sit, type and perform repetitive wrist motion
Frequently stand, walk, bend, squat/kneel, twist/turn or reach on even and uneven surfaces
Focus (with or without corrective lenses) to see close and distant, along with depth perception capabilities
Use material handling equipment that must be operated according to specific operation procedures
Spend 50 - 75% of time on warehouse floor in fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Maximize productivity, quality and service throughout operations by utilizing best practices for facility layouts, material handling concepts, technological enhancements and measurements and further communicate changes to office personnel
Create and report on business plan objectives vs. actual results to senior management and/or clients as required
Support front-line leaders and employees to grow and develop an eye for attraction and retention of talent
Arrange staffing needs to ensure distribution centers are staffed correctly
Ensure safety and efficiency throughout the operation according to customer and employer procedures
Serve as the point of contact for customer relations and build relationships with customer stakeholders to ensure business needs are executed seamlessly
Conduct start-up meetings, weekly walk-around reporting, project teams and training to drive corporate culture and keep the team informed on company/building news
Maintain basic knowledge of all operational functions to instruct/train team members in every department
Develop continuous improvement processes to streamline operations
Authorize and monitor operational expenditures
All other duties as assigned