Asst. Warehouse Manager

Vivid HR Consulting has been retained by a global corporation to conduct a high-priority search for an Asst. Warehouse Manager.

The Asst. Warehouse Manager is a critical onsite leader supporting the warehouse, shipping/logistics and distribution operations for a stable and growing business in the Baytown/East Houston area. This position will be highly visible and critical in setting a standard of excellence, leading warehouse operations and modeling expectations for the team.

PLEASE TAKE CARE TO REVIEW THE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS ROLE BEFORE APPLYING. THE CLIENTS PREFERENCES ARE FIRM AND WE ARE NOT AT LIBERTY TO EXPLORE CANDIDATES WITH LIMITED OR NO RELATED EXPERIENCE.

Who is this job best for?

This job requires an individual who is a natural leader and who is conscientious, a double/triple checker, and knows how to inspire and motivate people to deliver. Your efforts will help the business live up to its quality and delivery standards.

JOB OVERVIEW:

Dynamic Warehouse Support: You will partner closely with the Warehouse management to assist across a variety of areas including inventory control/accuracy, shipping/receiving, and other warehouse operations.

Efficiency Expert: Continuously evaluating the environment to find ways to improve warehouse operations including lean practices, optimizing workflows, safety, and quick turn-around for loading/unloading containers and pallets.

Documentation Guru: Assist in managing documentation (bill of lading, bill of materials, labels), etc., to keep operations running smoothly. You will be a conscientious link to ensuring accuracy and fulfillment in the warehouse.

Hands-on Handling: Provide hands-on involvement in loading/unloading containers, verifying products against receiving sheets and making them ready for storage or distribution.

Safety Champion: Be an active advocate for safety in our warehouse; making sure materials handling, forklifts, docks, and any hazardous materials are managed appropriately. Be a voice for safety training and have eyes on our employees to make sure they operate safely each day.

Quality Assurance: You will inspect products for quality and quantity, making sure they meet our high standards before storage or shipment.

Expert Organizer: Help us efficiently pack and stack products, utilizing the appropriate materials and pallets to ensure a safe transport of our products.

Logistics Specialist: Assist with oversight of shipping and receiving processes; maintaining accurate logs and helping optimize space utilization in our warehouse.

Equipment Custodian: Supervise and ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of the warehouse equipment, tools and machines.

Skills & Experience

• 5-8 years of Warehouse, Manufacturing or Distribution operations experience
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) technology
• Basic safety, PPE and OSHA knowledge and exposure
• SAP or other ERP knowledge is helpful
• Previous experience as a Lead in a Warehouse, Materials Handling, Supply Chain or Logistics role supervising other employees is helpful

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Associate Degree or some college education is a plus

Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000

PLEASE TAKE CARE TO REVIEW THE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS ROLE. THE CLIENTS PREFERENCES ARE FIRM AND WE ARE NOT AT LIBERTY TO EXPLORE CANDIDATES WITH LIMITED OR NO RELATED EXPERIENCE.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person