Northwest Wine Services Hiring for Operations Manager Job at Burbank, WA Full Time

OPERATIONS MANAGER

WAREHOUSE DISTRIBUTION

Why You Should Apply:

COME WORK WITH US AND BUILD A CAREER!

Northwest Wine Services is seeking motivated individuals who are looking for a great place to work. Our “culture” fosters a positive environment where you can grow and advance your professional career and support your life goals!

About Us:

Northwest Wine Services is a temperature controlled bonded wine storage and distribution facility located in Wallula, Washington. Our facility offers 55-degree wine storage, direct to consumer shipping and transportation consolidation options. As the largest wine storage and distribution facility in the Pacific Northwest, Northwest Wines ships to distributors nationwide.

We welcome you to check out our website to learn more: https://nwwineservices.com/

What You Will Be Doing:

The Operations/Warehouse Manager directs and coordinates all activities of North West Wine Services distribution warehouse by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Works with the Director of Operations to establish and maintain all operational, safety and security procedures for the efficient, accurate and cost-effective movement of products through the warehouse.
• Oversees, coordinates, and streamlines all warehouse activities.
• Coordinates the operational scheduling, loading and unloading of trucks by directly interfacing with NWS employees and managers.
• Ensure smooth, efficient communication with Sales; constantly working to improve and expand that communication towards common goals.
• Serves as the direct liaison between the Director of Operations and the day to day activities of the warehouse. Reports daily on topics of concern within the facility and is available for informational summaries, projections and strategic planning.
• Conducts regularly scheduled meetings with staff members of various levels and departments to share information, refine communication and build a team-oriented culture.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Overall Management of all subordinate supervisors and employees in the Warehouse, Shipping, Receiving, inventory and office departments. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units.
• Responsibilities include overseeing the interviewing, hiring, and training of employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; projecting future needs and goals, appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems from a managerial position, with the assistance of Human Resources, Management and supervisory staff when necessary.

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Completely versed in the Warehouse Management systems of the facility at a level which allows resolution of all issues arising in normal operations.
• Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization’s goals and values.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
• Planning/Organizing – Uses discretion when delegating tasks; Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments.

Education and/or Experience B.A. preferred or 2-4 years related industry experience and/or training.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Shift:

• 3 pm to 11 pm – must be flexible based on seasonal demands.

WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE!

Whether you are looking to launch a new career or grow and existing one, NWS is the type of company where you can balance great work with great life. It doesn’t matter if you are just out of college or your children are, we need you for what you can do.

We believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do. We offer the following:

• Competitive Salary
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance

EEO STATEMENT

Andrew & Sons provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No