Grocery Warehouse Project Manager Overnight
Job in
Newport, Newport County, Rhode Island, 02840, USA
Listed on 2026-09-12
Listing for:
CW Resources
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-12
Job specializations:
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Warehouse
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Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
CW's Core Values
Mission Driven, Teamwork Makes Us Stronger, & Everyone Brings Value!
Copy and paste the link to watch our video to learn more about our Commissary Project Management position:When the sun goes down, our warehouse comes alive. Pallets move, trucks unload, and a dedicated team works together to make sure every store starts the next day fully stocked. If you're looking for a hands-on night shift job, leading a team with adults with all abilities, our night shift Grocery Store Warehouse Manager/Project Manager.
- Lead, coach, and support an overnight team made up of employees of all abilities, ensuring everyone has the skills they need to succeed.
- Manage all core warehouse operations, including receiving, replenishment, picking, staging, and outbound loading.
- Oversee employee scheduling, adjust staffing based on call-outs, and ensure coverage across all warehouse functions.
- Manage and track employees' nightly casecount KPIs, provide coaching when targets aren't met, and communicate key performance updates to leadership.
- Interview, hire, and train new team members, including facilitating a smooth and welcoming onboarding experience.
- Handle employee relations matters professionally and escape issues to HR when appropriate.
- Maintain full compliance with food safety standards, OSHA regulations, and company policies while ensuring the warehouse remains clean, organized, and safe throughout the shift.
- Step in as a stocker, custodian, or general warehouse associate when the team needs an extra set of hands.
- Day in the Life of a Commissary Project Manager:
- Begin the shift by reviewing nightly goals, and leading a quick huddle to set expectations, assign work zones, and reinforce safety.
- Supervise the team throughout the night, offering coaching, addressing concerns, and supporting onboarding and cross-training to maintain strong morale and productivity.
- Oversee product flow from receiving to the floor, ensuring timely unloading, accurate stocking, proper rotation, organized backstock, and prompt replenishment of high demand items.
- Manage break schedules, conduct quality and safety checks, and expose inventory discrepancies, damages, or hazards to the appropriate leaders.
- Wrap up the shift with a clean, organized, compliant warehouse ready for the next crew.
- Begin the shift by reviewing nightly goals, and leading a quick huddle to set expectations, assign work zones, and reinforce safety.
- Supervise the team throughout the night, offering coaching, addressing concerns, and supporting onboarding and cross-training to maintain strong morale and productivity.
- Oversee product flow from receiving to the floor, ensuring timely unloading, accurate stocking, proper rotation, organized backstock, and prompt replenishment of high demand items.
- Manage break schedules, conduct quality and safety checks, and expose inventory discrepancies, damages, or hazards to the appropriate leaders.
- Wrap up the shift with a clean, organized, compliant warehouse ready for the next crew.
- Minimum of 2 - 3 years of warehouse or distribution center experience, ideally in grocery or food-handling environments.
- Minimum of 1-3 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a high-volume, fast-paced setting.
- Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory flow, and order fulfillment processes.
- Ability to support and lead team members of all abilities with patience, clarity, and respect.
- Ability to interpret KPI data, case counts, and overall shift performance metrics to guide decision-making.
- Basic understanding of OSHA safety practices and regulatory requirements.
- Valid driver's license
- Valid Real
- Must be able to obtain and maintain government base access.
- Experience managing overnight or off-shift teams.
- Experience working with adults with disabilities.
- Clear, supportive communication that builds trust and keeps the team aligned.
- Strong leadership and team-building skills, especially with diverse teams and varying ability levels.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making under pressure.
- Strong time management and prioritization across multiple operational demands.
- Ability to stay calm and make quick, effective decisions under pressure.
- A monthly incentive of up to $1,000 based on performance metrics.
- You’ll be a part of a mission-driven team that values your hard work and helps you grow.
- Access to an Employee Wellness Coordinator and robust…
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