Warehouse​/Shipping​/Receiving Manager

Warehouse Manager

CPM Holdings, Inc. is an established company based in Blaine, MN, with a history of 1883 and an active presence in oilseed processing, animal feed, breakfast cereal, snack food, biofuels, and metal‑packaging industries. The company specializes in the design, production—and marketing—of high‑quality, durable process systems and related services.

The Warehouse Manager works closely with the Plant Manager to balance demand and capacity across all shifts, maximizing production efficiency and ensuring on‑time delivery of customer orders.

We need a highly analytical and process‑driven leader who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker who understands production constraints, can anticipate challenges and proactively drive solutions to optimize scheduling and output.

• A master of balancing priorities – ensure we produce the right products at the right time while optimizing machine utilization and labor efficiency.
• Collaborative and communicative – key link between Operations, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams.
• Detail‑oriented but strategic – see the big picture while aligning scheduling details with operational goals.
• Resilient problem solver – pivot, adjust, and find the best path when unexpected challenges arise.
• Data‑driven and systems‑savvy – experience with ERP systems, production planning tools, and data analytics.

• Lead daily operations: receiving, storing, picking, staging, packing, and shipping.
• Process inbound and outbound shipments accurately and on time.
• Maintain optimal warehouse layout and material flow for efficiency.
• Ensure accurate packaging, labeling, and documentation for all shipments.
• Coordinate with carriers, 3PLs, and internal departments to resolve freight issues.
• Manage equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, racks, dock equipment, scanners) and ensure maintenance and compliance.

• Own cycle‑count program, including variance reconciliation and corrective actions.
• Maintain real‑time inventory accuracy in ERP/MRP/WMS.
• Ensure material availability supports production schedules and order fulfillment.
• Continuously improve inventory accuracy, dock‑to‑stock time, and replenishment processes.
• Support SIOP processes by aligning material flow with production plans.

• Hire, train, coach, and develop warehouse staff.
• Plan and adjust manpower, including overtime management.
• Conduct performance reviews, set goals, and foster accountability, teamwork, and safety.
• Promote CPM values through strong leadership presence.

• Own the warehouse safety program (OSHA compliance, training, audits).
• Lead incident investigations and drive safety improvements.ln
• Ensure adherence to hazardous materials handling, DOT rules, and export compliance.
• Maintain clean, organized, and 5S‑compliant areas.

• Apply Lean, 5S, root‑cause analysis, and CI methodologies to optimize processes.
• Identify waste, constraints, and bottlenecks; implement action plans.
• Support system upgrades by developing standardized work, training materials, and documentation.

• Own and report key warehouse KPIs including on‑time shipment, receiving accuracy, inventory accuracy, dock‑to‑stock time, and labor efficiency.
• Monitor warehouse expenses, freight costs, supplies, and equipment budgets.
• Provide regular reports on productivity, operational performance, and improvement initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of warehouse management or logistics leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of WMS, ERP/MRP platforms, and inventory control best practices.
• Proven experience supervising and developing staff.
• Experience managing carriers, freight partners, and shipping compliance.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and decision‑making skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Lean/CI, 5S, or process‑improvement experience highly…