Weekend Shift Operations Manager

Kenco•Chattanooga, TN

About The Position

This assignment will be responsible for, but not limited to, functions pertaining to the day-to-day operations of the facility including the overseeing and management of the following areas such as KPI achievement, inventory integrity, continuous improvement and employee development of direct reports within the scope of their operational responsibilities. This is accomplished by following all standard operating procedures, standard work and work instructions as well as customer provided documentation. Responsible for budgeting and financial results for areas of responsibility.

Requirements

Bachelor degree (B.A./B.S.) from a four-year college; and three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of five years of experience in warehousing, distribution, or related required.
Minimum of three years leadership experience
Business Acumen - Knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting his/her business and organization.
Communicate for Impact - Devoting the time and resources necessary to communicate the strategic vision, direction, priorities, and progress of the team for which you are responsible.
Leading People - Ability to develop and implement strategies to maximize employee performance and foster employee engagement in meeting the organization's strategy.
Managing Transitions / Change Management - Effectively plans, manages and communicates changes in processes with appropriate stakeholders.
Relationship Management - Building and maintaining relationships with internal partners to successfully complete projects and organizational objectives.
Strategic Agility - Gains perspective and balances the pressure between daily tasks and strategic actions that impact the long-term viability of the organization.

Responsibilities

Ensures all warehouse personnel comply with standard operating procedures, personnel policies and workload demands
Meets daily with Supervisors, Foreman and/or Leads to ensure daily productivity goals are met or exceeded
Implementation of special projects as assigned that impact warehouse operations for both the site and the network
Analysis of operations on a continuing basis to make necessary improvements to ensure cross functional operating efficiencies in the warehouse.
Analyzes throughput information, capacity planning and financial information
Responsible for assisting with the Kenco site budget process, and help to ensure net income is maximized through proper management of controllable costs, identifying and communicating any differences impacting this metric
Plans, develops, and implements organizational policies and goals.
Supports and works closely with safety, human resources, and engineering to promote productivity improvement programs.
Ensures implementation of network best practices in the facility
Knowledge of every facet of the operation; must strive to constantly develop staff to ensure capable management succession
Manages customer inventory, utilizing sound security policies and procedures consistent with good accounting and distribution practices
Reviews activity, operating, and financial reports to determine changes in programs or operations, as required
Motivate, train, supervise and evaluate the performance of subordinates
Take corrective action in a constructive manner with employees who cause issues in the workplace
Hires and downsizes staff, as needed
Maintains daily department productivity and EIP/LM statistics
Ensures the site’s commitment to Kenco Operating System (KOS).
Continuous focus on fostering a safe work environment
Practices safe work procedures, and follows all safety rules at all times
Miscellaneous tasks as assigned by the General Manager

Benefits

Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts
Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Basic Life and Supplemental Life
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
401(k)
Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)
Employer Paid Holidays- 10 days