Warehouse Manager (Kansas City)
About The Position
For over 140 years, DeLaval has been driving progress in milk production by innovating solutions for dairy producers around the globe. We are a team of passionate professionals committed to making sustainable food production possible. Working with our dealers across North America, we offer integrated solutions of milking systems, consumables and services to help dairy producers address challenges in animal welfare, food safety, farm profitability, and work efficiency. At DeLaval, we prioritize our people and their safety. We pride ourselves on our culture of thinking and acting as One DeLaval. We also empower our people to Make Things Happen, and encourage Setting Direction. BASIC FUNCTION At DeLaval, we are driven by a clear purpose: supporting our customers with high-quality products and solutions that enable sustainable food production. We are currently seeking a Warehouse Manager to lead our Kansas City Distribution Center—ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency at every step of the supply chain. Your Purpose As Warehouse Manager, you will oversee the safe, efficient receipt, storage, and distribution of products—ensuring orders are delivered accurately and on time with a strong focus on quality and customer satisfaction.
Requirements
- Proven warehouse management experience
- High school diploma (additional education a plus)
- Hands-on experience with SAP Warehouse Management (PA1)
- Knowledge of Lean/Continuous Improvement methodologies, including: VSM, PDCA, Kaizen, 8D, 3A, TQM, 5S, CM, Standard Work
- Strong problem-solving capability, including root cause analysis (e.g., 5 Whys)
- Forklift certification and solid understanding of OSHA standards and compliance
Responsibilities
- Manage inventory control systems to ensure accurate order fulfillment
- Champion quality and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with DeLaval Production System (DPS)
- Build and maintain a safe, engaged, and high-performing team culture
- Track, manage, and report on KPIs and financial performance goals
- Ensure operational excellence across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and environmental priorities
Benefits
- competitive benefits
- opportunity to develop professional skills with the support of management
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
