Warehouse Manager

NRP Jones LLC•La Porte, IN

10d

About The Position

The Warehouse Manager leads day-to-day warehouse and crimping assembly operations, including receiving, inventory control, picking, assembly, packaging, and shipping. The role is accountable for team performance, safety, quality, and improving the efficiency of core warehouse functions through data-informed decisions. The manager also designs, implements, and sustains processes and systems as the business grows. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for developing warehouse and assembly staff, managing crimping assembly work, maintaining quality standards, tracking operational metrics, and using ERP and other data to identify trends and improvement opportunities. The role oversees staffing, training, inventory, safety, equipment issues and preventive maintenance, shipments, departmental labor and operating costs, and operational records. It also develops and maintains procedures and work instructions and leads process improvements, including lean and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, operations management, engineering, business, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in warehouse operations, including 3 or more years in a management or leadership role.
Strong knowledge of warehouse and manufacturing management best practices, including assembly operations, inventory control, picking and slotting, shipping, and safety protocols.
Advanced data analysis skills, including proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP and business intelligence or reporting tools such as Power BI or Power Query, with the ability to develop clear metrics and actionable recommendations.
Demonstrated success implementing and sustaining new processes, standard work, or systems, including change management, documentation, and training.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a record of improving measurable results through continuous improvement and process optimization.
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, including the ability to motivate, mentor, and develop a diverse warehouse and assembly team.
Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping and inventory management.
Strong literacy and comprehension skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of crimping assembly processes, equipment, and quality requirements.
Lean or Six Sigma training.
Forklift certification and knowledge of OSHA regulations.
Bilingual in Spanish and English.
Experience leading process implementation or improvement projects, such as layout changes, system rollouts, or operational expansions.

Responsibilities

Lead, develop, and hold warehouse and assembly staff accountable; assign work, set expectations, evaluate performance, and develop future leads and supervisors.
Manage day-to-day crimping assembly, including scheduling and prioritizing work, verifying equipment setup and crimp specifications, and ensuring finished assemblies are inspected, tested, and packaged to customer and quality requirements.
Maintain quality standards in picking, assembly, and packaging by inspecting products and implementing corrective measures as needed.
Establish, track, and report performance metrics for warehouse and assembly functions, including productivity, accuracy, and cycle time, and set improvement targets.
Analyze ERP and other operational data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities, and present findings and recommendations to leadership.
Design, implement, and sustain improved processes, layouts, and systems, including lean initiatives such as standard work and 5S; lead change management, documentation, training, and rollout.
Oversee shipment procedures and communicate with customers about shipping and receiving.
Create work schedules and staffing plans, allocate tasks, and coordinate with other departments to support workflow and timely order completion.
Train new employees and provide ongoing training, including cross-training in warehouse, assembly, and equipment operation.
Ensure safety protocols are followed, conduct regular safety inspections, and address potential hazards.
Manage inventory levels and accuracy through cycle counting and replenishment; request materials and ensure adequate supplies for production demands.
Resolve warehouse and assembly issues, including equipment malfunctions and production delays, and coordinate preventive maintenance.
Manage departmental labor, overtime, and operating costs against budget and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
Maintain records of production activities, output, quality-control measures, and incidents or accidents.
Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures and work instructions, and ensure procedures and guidelines are followed.
Know how and where to locate procedures and forms relevant to the position.