Warehouse Manager

Hajoca Corporation • Fridley, MN

5d • $50,000 - $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Hajoca Corporation is a privately held wholesale distributor of plumbing, heating and cooling, and industrial supplies. Roberts-Hamilton, one of Hajoca’s trade names, is hiring a Warehouse Manager at its Minneapolis, Minnesota location. The position pays $50,000 to $70,000 per year.

The Warehouse Manager directly manages warehouse operations and leads a team responsible for warehouse and delivery functions. The role oversees safe, efficient handling and storage of merchandise, order preparation and delivery, equipment and vehicle maintenance, safety and regulatory compliance, and protection of warehouse assets. The manager also develops operational goals and improvements, monitors performance metrics, and resolves delivery and receiving issues.

The position requires at least five years of warehouse receiving and material handling experience and at least one year of leadership experience. Knowledge of products sold at the Profit Center is preferred. The role includes full-time benefits for eligible team members working 30 or more hours per week, as well as benefits available to full-time and part-time team members.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of warehouse receiving and material handling experience.
• At least 1 year of leadership experience.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, including the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Experience in warehouse management or a similar role, with a strong understanding of warehouse operations.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift and other material handling equipment used at the Profit Center.
• Ability to maintain, understand, apply, and enforce OSHA, DOT, and other applicable warehouse and material handling safety regulations.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with customers, vendors, and co-workers.
• Ability to remain calm and function effectively in stressful, unexpected, or emergency situations.
• Ability to quickly develop comprehensive knowledge of products sold at the Profit Center.
• Ability to learn and operate computer-related systems used for warehouse operations.
• Ability to learn to use Microsoft Office Outlook for email communication.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of products sold at the Profit Center.

Responsibilities

• Fully and directly manage all warehouse operations.
• Manage and hire warehouse teammates; set performance expectations and goals, conduct regular evaluations, and provide feedback and development.
• Manage, schedule, and train warehouse and delivery staff to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Develop strategies and goals for warehouse operations, including process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
• Analyze key performance indicators and operational metrics to assess performance, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts to optimize processes, streamline workflows, and improve efficiency.
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect warehouse assets, minimize liability, and support business continuity.
• Ensure merchandise is received and stored efficiently and economically, and maintain required records in accordance with company policy.
• Supervise the routing, loading, and preparation of orders for shipment and delivery according to customer instructions.
• Review and maintain DOT records and driver physical examination certificates, and ensure current training certification for forklift and material handling equipment operators.
• Supervise and schedule maintenance of company delivery vehicles and warehouse material handling equipment.
• Recommend warehouse equipment purchases and keep abreast of new warehousing methods.
• Maintain warehouse safety in compliance with company standards, OSHA, and other applicable regulations.
• Maintain the security of the warehouse and grounds to protect Profit Center assets.
• Resolve delivery complaints and receiving disputes quickly and effectively.
• Perform job functions in accordance with company Safety Standards and complete assigned safety and compliance training.
• Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management.

Benefits

• Profit-Sharing Program offering eligible team members an opportunity to earn a direct share of annual profits.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage for eligible full-time team members.
• Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and critical care coverage.
• Life insurance and Long Term Disability.
• Pre-tax accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter benefits.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time; sick time is also offered to part-time team members as required by state law.
• Paid pregnancy and parental leave.
• Paid day of community service.
• 401(k).
• Retirement cash account with company contributions.
• Targeted training programs focused on personal and professional growth.
• Company wellness program.
• Employee discounts.
• College tuition benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed