DC Area Manager, Maintenance - Solon, OH

DC Area Manager for Maintenance

The DC Area Manager for Maintenance is primarily responsible for real-time analysis and assisting in the coordination and balancing of Distribution Center Maintenance and Recycling operations. This role assists in the balancing of workload for all areas, assigns tasks for all Maintenance and Recycling employees, as well as supports the Facilities Manager to ensure all tasks flow smoothly for the Maintenance department.

The DC Area Manager accurately records and reports the repair of all BLDG and assets/equipment; supports the Warehouse Operations Manager to ensure all End of Day (EOD) tasks are completed and assists in discipline and payroll maintenance.

Responsibilities include:

• Work with HR and Facilities Manager for employee coaching and discipline of policy and procedure violations. Validate and confirm employee time records.
• Work with management to evaluate and write employee reviews.
• Coordinate with HR to set up interviews of new associates.
• Conduct daily standup meetings to keep the staff informed of current events and provide updates on department and company initiatives.
• Monitor workflow to ensure all tasks are completed in time.
• Communicating with management any impact to the business that will affect team results.
• Drive a culture of safety by:
  Following all safety policies; lead by example, Ensuring the team is maintaining the housekeeping standards, participate in daily standups to discuss the safety tip of the day.
• Participate in safety committee by:
  Assigning a safety committee representative and providing a platform for safety committee feedback to be shared with the team.
• Being committed to support the business as needed through being able to work flexible hours, including holidays and weekends, as well as performing additional duties as assigned.
• Understands the physical details of all duties being performed within the department and can support with their own labor when needed:
  To stay in touch with the details of the job, to support the goals of completing the work and boost morale by working hand and hand with front line associates.
• Partners with Delivery and Sales teams on Recycling matters that impact the Distribution Center.
• Ensures the Distribution Center is rightfully supplied, and assets/equipment are functional.

What You'll Bring to Bob's At Bob's Discount Furniture, we value the unique skills and experiences that each candidate brings. Success in this role is driven by a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, behavioral and leadership skills, and customer focus. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy leveraging your skills to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Skills for Success

To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate strengths in the following skill areas:

Core Competencies & Expertise

Leadership Competencies

• People Leadership:
  Supervise and develop maintenance staff, provide direction, and manage team performance
• Talent Development:
  Mentor and coach team members to support career growth
• Shared Accountability:
  Set expectations and ensure follow-through on safety and performance
• Delegation:
  Assign responsibilities effectively and empower team ownership
• Results Orientation:
  Drive projects to successful completion and continuous improvement

Behavioral Competencies

• Sound Decision-Making:
  Make timely, informed decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Complex Problem Solving:
  Analyze mechanical and operational challenges and develop effective solutions
• Effective Communication:
  Clearly convey technical information and collaborate across departments
• Conflict Resolution:
  Navigate difficult conversations constructively
• Team Empowerment:
  Foster a culture of engagement, motivation, and support

Technical/Functional Competencies

• Equipment Maintenance:
  Hands-on repair of warehouse equipment including conveyors and forklifts
• Preventative Maintenance:
  Track inspection history and manage maintenance schedules
• Safety & Compliance:
  Ensure adherence to OSHA and company safety protocols
• Process & Cost Efficiency:
  Manage supply inventory, vendor coordination, and recycling programs
• Strategic Thinking:
  Plan and execute…