Job Title: Mixing Center Manager
Reports to: Operations Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports to: Operations Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Note: This operation runs 24/7, and individual schedules are determined by volume and client needs. Weekend availability is required and the facility is only closed three days each year.
Job Purpose:
The Mixing Center Manager provides functional guidance to employees in planning and supporting Mixing Center operations. This role tracks inbound orders, establishes day-to-day plans for associates, oversees capacity needs, and ensures operations comply with applicable food safety regulations and company policies.
The Mixing Center Manager provides functional guidance to employees in planning and supporting Mixing Center operations. This role tracks inbound orders, establishes day-to-day plans for associates, oversees capacity needs, and ensures operations comply with applicable food safety regulations and company policies.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage all schedules related to Mixing Center warehouse operations, supporting inbound and outbound perishable food shipments.
- Monitor loads to ensure proper door assignments and optimize inbound delivery plans for efficiency and load utilization.
- Implement and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); train employees and ensure compliance.
- Track inbound/outbound orders, carrier performance, service KPIs, and update systems per SOPs.
- Conduct staff performance evaluations, manage daily operations, and organize planning meetings.
- Address exceptions, resolve issues, and maintain service expectations in a fast-paced environment.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Flexible work schedule including off-hours, weekends, and holidays.
- Proven leadership skills with experience in coaching, counseling, and conflict resolution.
- Strong organizational, time management, and analytical skills.
- Effective communication skills and ability to manage a diverse workforce; bilingual a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and related applications.
- Willingness to travel.
- Minimum 2 years in a warehouse management role or related field (grocery/perishable food experience preferred).
- At least 5 years in a management or supervisory role.
- At least 2 years of warehouse operations experience.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand or sit for extended periods and traverse all areas of a warehouse.
- Ability to work in varying temperatures within a distribution center.
Disclaimer:
This description outlines the general nature and level of work expected. It is not exhaustive and other duties may be assigned as necessary.
This description outlines the general nature and level of work expected. It is not exhaustive and other duties may be assigned as necessary.
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