Warehouse Operations Manager

Lipari Foods•Warren, MI

59d

About The Position

The Warehouse Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing employees within their assigned area of the warehouse and ensuring daily operations run efficiently and safely. This role manages all aspects of warehouse functions, including shipping, receiving, selection, put-away, sanitation, and inventory control. The Warehouse Operations Manager provides leadership and direction to team members, drives adherence to company policies and procedures, and ensures accuracy, productivity, and quality standards are consistently met.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field
3+ years of management experience in manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or operations required; 5+ years preferred
Experience leading large teams (70+ employees) in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in data analysis and operational metrics
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset
Proven record of developing leaders and promoting from within

Nice To Haves

Lean/Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification preferred

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop a team of Supervisors and Leads/Trainers
Oversee 40-50+ hourly associates across one or more departments
Build a culture of engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement
Partner with HR to drive staffing, performance management, and employee relations
Ensure department(s) meet or exceed goals for safety, quality, productivity, cost, and delivery speed
Monitor daily metrics (throughput, defect rate, utilization) and identify root causes of variances
Drive operational discipline through standardized processes and auditing
Maintain alignment with site leadership on priorities and shift-level execution
Promote a "Safety First" culture and ensure compliance with OSHA and Lipari safety standards
Identify and mitigate risks; drive proactive safety improvements
Use Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies to identify waste and streamline operations
Implement process improvements that enhance cost efficiency and customer satisfaction
Lead or support cross-functional projects to scale best practices
Translate high-level business objectives into clear, actionable operational plans
Partner with support teams (HR, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain) to align on capacity, staffing, and workflow
Manage budgets and analyze cost drivers to ensure financial performance
Champion Lipari's commitment to operational excellence and on-time delivery
Ensure all processes contribute to meeting or exceeding customer expectations for speed and accuracy