Warehouse Manager

We are looking for an experienced Warehouse Manager for a growing manufacturing organization in Glendale Heights, Illinois. This person will oversee all warehouse operations and lead a team in a fast-paced production environment. This position is responsible for ensuring efficient material flow, inventory accuracy, warehouse organization, and operational excellence while developing a strong, accountable team.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all receiving, storage, inventory, picking, shipping, and distribution activities.
• Ensure materials are available to support production while maintaining efficient warehouse operations.
• Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures to improve consistency and efficiency.
• Monitor warehouse performance and identify opportunities to improve productivity and workflow.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop warehouse personnel.
• Manage scheduling, performance expectations, and daily work assignments.
• Foster a culture focused on accountability, teamwork, safety, and operational excellence.
• Provide ongoing coaching and support to build a high-performing team.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels for raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods.
• Lead cycle count programs and investigate inventory discrepancies.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve inventory accuracy.
• Establish controls and best practices that minimize inventory variances.
• Lead the implementation, optimization, and ongoing use of a Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Evaluate warehouse processes and recommend improvements that increase efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Track warehouse metrics and utilize data to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and organized warehouse environment.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and company policies.
• Reinforce safe operating procedures for warehouse equipment and material handling.
• Partner with Production, Purchasing, Planning, Logistics, and other departments to support business objectives.
• Coordinate material flow to ensure production schedules and customer commitments are met.

Qualifications:

Requirements

• Minimum of five years of warehouse management experience within a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading warehouse teams of 10 or more employees.
• Hands-on experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Strong knowledge of inventory control, cycle counting, reconciliation, and root cause analysis.
• Ability to organize priorities, manage multiple projects, and drive operational improvements.
• Experience operating warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Proven ability to establish processes, improve efficiency, and lead organizational change.

What You'll Receive

• Competitive compensation ($100k-$125k) and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision & 401k)
• Career growth opportunities within a growing organization.
• A collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on continuous improvement.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact by building efficient warehouse operations and developing a strong team.

Compensation

$100,000.00-$125,000.00 Yearly

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