Assistant Warehouse Manager
$40,000–$55,000 year
On-siteDayton, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Oversee nightly warehouse operations for a second-shift team of approximately 20 employees, assigning daily work, establishing priorities, and monitoring workflow to ensure tasks are completed safely, accurately, and on schedule. Direct staff through performance reviews, conflict resolution, and disciplinary matters while reviewing payroll, attendance, and timekeeping records. Implement continuous improvement initiatives to boost productivity and efficiency, utilizing RF scanners and warehouse management systems to maintain accurate inventory documentation. Train and coach employees on operational procedures and safety standards, enforcing company policies and remaining on-site until all end-of-shift responsibilities are fulfilled. Requires valid driver's license, forklift operation experience, and the ability to work a physically active second-shift schedule.
Required Qualifications
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience within a warehouse, distribution center, manufacturing, logistics, or similar fast-paced operational environment
- Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop employees while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
- Strong understanding of warehouse operations, including inventory management, shipping, receiving, order fulfillment, workflow coordination, and productivity management
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to effectively prioritize work and adapt to changing operational demands
- Experience utilizing warehouse technology, including RF scanners, warehouse management systems (WMS), inventory management software, or similar platforms
- Ability to manage employee performance, provide constructive coaching and feedback, and professionally address attendance, performance, or disciplinary matters
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships across all levels of the organization
- Commitment to workplace safety, operational excellence, and maintaining accurate documentation, inventory records, and timekeeping information
- Valid driver's license required
- Ability to work a second-shift schedule in a physically active warehouse environment, including standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and remaining on-site until nightly operations have been completed
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supervising larger warehouse teams, forklift operation, and implementing process improvements is preferred
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