Warehouse Manager

Warehouse Manager (Mon-Fri)# Warehouse Manager (Mon-Fri)
Lake City, FL - Lake City, FL 32055## Description
** Furst-McNess Company
** is hiring a full-time
** Warehouse Manager
** for our
** Lake City, FL
** location.
** Starting Pay**:
Compensation will be determined relevant experience and the interview process
** Pay Type**:
Salary, paid bi-weekly
** Work Setting**:
Onsite, warehouse/production environment
** Core Work Schedule**:
Monday-Friday, 6:00am to 3:30pm
** Work Location**: 688 NW Waldo Street, Lake City, FL 32055
** Benefit Package**:
We offer a comprehensive benefits program designed to promote health, financial security, and work‐life balance. See our benefits summary below.
** POSITION SUMMARY**:

The Warehouse Manager is responsible for the overall leadership and performance of warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory control, employee development, safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. This role develops and executes operational strategies that support productivity, service, and inventory accuracy while partnering with production, logistics, and other departments to achieve business objectives. The Warehouse Manager leads the warehouse team and fosters a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
* Oversees warehouse operations across three shifts (Monday-Friday)
* Provides direct leadership to 3 Warehouse Shift Supervisors
* Leads a team of approximately 15-20 Warehouse Associates through supervisor oversight
** KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:
* Lead and manage all warehouse operations to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate execution of daily activities
* Lead, coach, and develop warehouse team members to drive employee engagement, performance, and professional growth
* Establish staffing plans, schedules, and operational priorities to meet business demands
* Ensure accurate shipping, receiving, inventory control, and product storage practices
* Monitor warehouse performance metrics and implement improvements to increase productivity and efficiency
* Maintain inventory accuracy through effective inventory management processes and physical inventory programs
* Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and applicable regulatory requirements
* Partner with production, logistics, customer service, and leadership teams to support operational goals
* Lead performance management activities, including coaching, performance reviews, and corrective actions
* Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities related to safety, quality, cost, and service
* Manage warehouse resources, equipment, and facility organization to support efficient operations
* Perform other related duties as assigned
** QUALIFICATIONS**:
* High school diploma or equivalent required
* Associate's or bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field preferred
* 5+ years of experience in warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, or related operations
* 3+ years of leadership experience with responsibility for employee development and performance management
* Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, shipping, receiving, inventory control, and material handling practices
* Proven leadership, coaching, and team development skills
* Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
* Experience with warehouse management systems, inventory software, or ERP systems preferred
* Ability to read, write, and speak English and perform basic math calculations
* Maintain a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
* Willingness to work in an indoor warehouse environment with temperature fluctuations due to seasonal weather conditions
* Commitment to safety, quality, and maintaining a clean work…