Warehouse Operations Manager Job at Navistar Defense

Navistar Defense West Point, MS 39773

NAVISTAR DEFENSE - Protecting Freedom and Those Who Defend It!

We deliver innovative vehicles and life cycle support solutions to the U.S. military and its allies, and use our specialized manufacturing expertise to develop commercial supply chain products.

Work 4 days a week /10 hr. Days - Great Work Life Balance!!!!

We are seeking an experienced Warehouse Operations Manager for our West Point, MS plant. You will support the manufacturing team by coordinating the receiving, shipping, and material handling responsibilities in the warehouse. You'll design and develop product movement and storage systems, improve operations, and support the frontline staff. Responsibilities include cost efficiency, continuous improvement on processes, service, and safety for the entire business unit across all shifts. You'll be responsible for managing numerous shifts in a non-union environment and developing a team of supervisors.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures and aligning with legal regulations
  • Achieves operational objectives by contributing warehouse operations information and recommendations to strategic plans
  • Builds people capability through effective employee relations, hiring, training, and communication for front-line hourly and salaried personnel
  • Develops and motivates team to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach short- and long-term performance goals
  • Delivers effective change leadership while driving business changes and minimizing people impact
  • Communicates and collaborates cross-functionally to assist team to solve operational issues
  • Develops warehouse operations systems by determining product handling and storage requirements
  • Develops processes for receiving product, equipment utilization, inventory management, gate processes (check in/out), and shipping
  • Develops and implements warehouse operations system improvements by leading continuous improvement projects as assigned and by analyzing process workflow, manning and space requirements, and equipment layout
  • Troubleshoots all receiving and shipping complaints to find the cause, help resolve the issue, and prevent reoccurrence
  • You'll have a regular presence on the plant floor and occasionally required to lift up to 40 lbs
  • You may work off-shift and weekends and you may also be required to travel (less than 5%)

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, preferably in supply chain management, manufacturing, operations management, or similar field
  • Five years of manufacturing warehousing experience preferred with two or more years of managerial experience of 25+ member team preferred
  • Strong knowledge of inventory management systems
  • Advanced problem-solving aptitude with attention to detail
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a results-oriented, challenging environment
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to get results through mentoring others
  • Effective coaching, facilitation, presentation, and team building skills
  • Strong people skills at all levels of the organization
  • Strong communication skills across all levels of the organization

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 4x10

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • West Point, MS 39773: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

  • Are you a US Citizen (required for government contractors)?

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

  • manufacturing warehousing: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: One location




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