Warehouse Operations Manager

The Warehouse Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing employees within their assigned area of the warehouse and ensuring daily operations run efficiently and safely. This role manages all aspects of warehouse functions, including shipping, receiving, selection, put-away, sanitation, and inventory control. The Warehouse Operations Manager provides leadership and direction to team members, drives adherence to company policies and procedures, and ensures accuracy, productivity, and quality standards are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Leadership & People Development

* Lead, coach, and develop a team of Supervisors and Leads/Trainers

* Oversee 40-50+ hourly associates across one or more departments

* Build a culture of engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement

* Partner with HR to drive staffing, performance management, and employee relations

2. Operational Performance

* Ensure department(s) meet or exceed goals for safety, quality, productivity, cost, and delivery speed

* Monitor daily metrics (throughput, defect rate, utilization) and identify root causes of variances

* Drive operational discipline through standardized processes and auditing

* Maintain alignment with site leadership on priorities and shift-level execution

3. Safety & Compliance

* Promote a "Safety First" culture and ensure compliance with OSHA and Lipari safety standards

* Identify and mitigate risks; drive proactive safety improvements

4. Continuous Improvement

* Use Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies to identify waste and streamline operations

* Implement process improvements that enhance cost efficiency and customer satisfaction

* Lead or support cross-functional projects to scale best practices

5. Strategic Execution

* Translate high-level business objectives into clear, actionable operational plans

* Partner with support teams (HR, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain) to align on capacity, staffing, and workflow

* Manage budgets and analyze cost drivers to ensure financial performance

6. Customer Focus

* Champion Lipari's commitment to operational excellence and on-time delivery

* Ensure all processes contribute to meeting or exceeding customer expectations for speed and accuracy

Position Requirements :

* Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field

* 3+ years of management experience in manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or operations required; 5+ years preferred

* Experience leading large teams (70+ employees) in a fast-paced environment

* Proficiency in data analysis and operational metrics

* Lean/Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification preferred

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset

* Proven record of developing leaders and promoting from within

Company Profile:

Lipari Foods is a regional full-line deli, bakery, packaging, and grocery distributor, headquartered in Warren, MI. We are a premier store distributor, delivering 37,000+ food and packaging products to 32 states and 14,000+ retail accounts. We operate several manufacturing facilities from a USDA fresh food plant to facilities specializing in jar goods, cheese and confections. We are in your communities providing food to your stores and feeding your families and neighbors.

And we are growing. Fast. In fact, Lipari Foods was recently named by Crain's Business as one of the fastest growing companies in Michigan, and we're not just growing in Michigan!

We are looking for talent with a can-do mindset, focused on growing a career, and interested in working on a diverse, dedicated team to create something greater collectively. Together, we are delivering more than great food to build a better tomorrow.

Lipari Foods LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.