Warehouse Assistant Operations Manager

US Venture•Fairfield, OH

About The Position

Oversee and participate in wholesale distribution warehouse functions, including receiving, inventory management and distribution, and maintenance of equipment and the facility. Ensure safety and loss-prevention procedures are followed. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. or until work is complete, with rotating Saturdays. Schedules may change based on business needs. The role plans, oversees, and participates in warehouse operations to provide customer service. It supervises warehouse associates and work across receiving, restocking, inventory control, order preparation, vehicle loading and unloading, shipping, and product returns. The position also hires, trains, develops, and evaluates associates; maintains work quality and timely administrative functions; and helps maintain a safe, professional facility. The employee may be required to back up delivery drivers. The work involves frequent standing, walking, sitting, handling objects and controls, reaching, climbing stairs, and other physical activities. Occasional lifting of products up to approximately 80 pounds and handling tires weighing more than approximately 70 pounds are described. Required protective equipment includes steel or composite toe boots, a safety vest, harness, seatbelt, and self-retracting lifeline; U.S. AutoForce provides the equipment except the boots. The employee may be exposed to prevailing weather conditions, moderate noise, and fumes associated with tires and occasionally car parts and lubricants.

Requirements

Three years of fleet management and logistics experience.
Three years of warehouse-related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Foundation-level business and financial acumen.
Ability to execute and make plans to deliver business metrics.
Knowledge of material handling and inventory documentation.
Critical decision-making capability and a strategic mindset.
Ability to influence others through coaching, servant leadership, collaboration, and employee engagement.
Ability to monitor accountability to drive results and optimal performance.
Outstanding organizational skills.
Self-awareness, including using feedback and reflection for continuous improvement.
Ability to recognize and value the different perspectives and cultures of team members.
Ability to project a positive image to customers.
Knowledge of applicable computer software.
Ability to frequently lift up to 65 pounds.
Ability to operate warehouse equipment.
Valid driver's license and a good driving record.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test; THC/marijuana is not tested for.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including occasionally lifting products up to approximately 80 pounds and handling tires weighing more than approximately 70 pounds.
Use required protective equipment: steel or composite toe boots, safety vest, harness, seatbelt, and self-retracting lifeline.

Responsibilities

Plan, oversee, and participate in warehouse operations to deliver outstanding customer service.
Supervise and assist with receiving, restocking, inventory control, pulling and preparing orders, loading and unloading delivery vehicles, shipping orders, and product returns.
Hire, train, develop, and evaluate associates.
Ensure cycle counting is completed.
Ensure the quality of warehouse staff's work.
Ensure administrative functions are completed in a timely manner.
Maintain the physical facility to ensure adequate safety, protect against loss, and present a professional company image.
Back up delivery drivers when required.
Provide outstanding customer service.