Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Directs warehouse and shipping operations of finished goods inventory to maintain minimal stock and variances.
• Responsible for department employee relations including staffing, training, supervision, and performance appraisals.
• Analyzes department procedures regarding quality, cost effectiveness, accuracy, efficiency and productivity.  Implements corrective action as needed.
• Communicates effectively with other departments to plan and direct work activities and resources to ensure production within quality, quantity and cost specifications.
• Maintains warehouse and equipment to provide a clean and safe working environment.  Implements training and process improvement actions.
• Establishes production goals for the department.  Monitors and documents performance against production standards.  Implements corrective actions where necessary.
• Responsible for the warehouse budget.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent in addition to Vocational or Technical School or equivalent work experience.
• 5-7 years of revelant work experience in a warehouse/shippping environment.
• Must have prior management, supervisory, or team leader experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business information.  Ability to create reports and correspondence.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, customers, and employees.
• Proficient computer skills using Microsoft products.  Experience in SAP or JD Edwards highly desired.