Operations Manager

Bunzl Career • Clackamas, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Manager will provide leadership to the branch and manage a variety of general warehouse activities in an accurate, efficient and cost-effective manner. This role involves managing the overall operations of the facility, including supervising team members, monitoring expenses, and overseeing P&L functions. A key aspect of this position is creating and ensuring a safe workplace and promoting a culture of safety. The Operations Manager will partner with internal leadership teams (Sales, Purchasing, Customer Service, Logistics) to maximize profitability, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. This role also focuses on leading recruitment and onboarding to hire top talent, developing associates through coaching and motivation, and ensuring effective communication and teamwork. Compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory guidelines, including OSHA Standards and DOT regulations, is also a critical responsibility.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• 5 years' related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5 years' experience in Warehouse Department management preferably managing a unionized work force
• Knowledge of local, state and federal OSHA safety and FMCR regulations
• Experience in forklift certification and inspection, hazmat certification, operating various warehouse equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, stock pickers, etc.)
• Must be able to lift, as needed, heavy objects (occasionally between 60-75 lbs.) with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must be able to work regularly at a height of up to 26 feet above the ground (with provided safety equipment/processes/training)
• Must have strong leadership and organizations skills
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule with a "hands-on" management style
• Must be detail orientated and a team player
• Excellent oral and written skills
• Excellent organizational skills and driven to excel
• Proficient using Microsoft Word and Excel

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Previous AS400 experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Managing the overall operations of the facility including supervising team members, monitoring expenses and overseeing P&L functions.
• Create and ensure a safe workplace and promote a culture of safety for the facility.
• Partner with internal leadership team (Sales, Purchasing, Customer Service, Logistics) to maximize profitability, efficiency and to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Lead recruitment and onboarding to hire top talent to improve the organization.
• Develop associates to become leaders of tomorrow by coaching, counseling and motivating associates to attain optimum performance, productivity levels, and associate morale.
• Provide effective communication and promotes teamwork among the team to aid in the accomplishment of the department objectives.
• Ensure that all Company and Human Resources policies and practices are communicated to the team members and practiced consistently.
• Accountable for compliance to all federal, state, local regulatory guidelines to include OSHA Standards and DOT regulations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits effective the 1st day of the month after 30 days
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick, Holidays and Personal Time
• 401K with generous company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees