Assistant Operations Mgr.

POSITION PURPOSE
The Assistant Operations Manager will have a key role on the management team and be responsible for assisting the management of a 300k+ square foot distribution center with warehouse employees and drivers and over SKUs. Areas of specific ownership may include quality control, inventory control, pick/pack processes or fleet management. 

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assure that the daily distribution activities are performed in a manner that provides the most efficient and economical processing, storing, and shipping of products to customers on a timely and cost effective basis. 
• Assure that available manpower is properly allocated to daily work functions to meet production and schedule requirements making adjustments in resources as necessary. 
• Maintain the dock-to-stock program with prompt and efficient processing of inbound deliveries, reconciling receipts against purchase orders and accurate put-away of inventory. 
• Oversee the application of system directed processes to assure that employees are utilizing specified programs according to defined procedures. 
• Assure the integrity of the physical inventory. 
• Ensure proper training, coaching and feedback to new employees during the introductory period utilizing team members to assist with the training process. 
• Oversee a continuing program of training and cross training of employees, counsel and train employees as necessary to improve work performance, and recommend transfer or dismissal for unqualified or unproductive employees. 
• Assure proper operation of rolling stock and that maintenance programs are maintained. 
• Enforce compliance with all safety rules and regulations and take prompt corrective action concerning any potential safety or health hazards. 
• Maintain neat and orderly work and storage areas to facilitate and expedite the flow of work and permit maximum employee efficiency and morale. 
• Be cognizant of the physical security for product, building, and other property to minimize damage or pilferage 
• Evaluate job performance in all warehouse areas and make recommendations for opportunities for improvement in productivity and efficiency. 
• Act as a fill-in where employees are missing or additional employees are needed on a temporary basis. 
• Perform other duties and responsibilities or special projects as assigned by the Operations Manager.

NATURE AND SCOPE
Reports to Operations Manager.

ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS
Environment:
Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
Travel:
Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must be eighteen years of age or older.
Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

Education Required:
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diplomas and/or GED.

Years of Relevant Work Experience: 3 years

Physical Requirements:
Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal/team building skills and a leadership style that obtains results through a strong set of values.
• 3 to 5 years experience in various aspects of distribution and warehouse operations including shipping, receiving, and transportation. 
• 1 to 3 years supervisory experience in a warehouse/distribution environment. 
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. 
• Ability to lead, interface and work effectively with other departments. 
• Strong computer skills (competent in MS Word, Excel and Outlook). 
• Strong organizational and verbal/written communication skills.