Operations Warehouse Manager

Operations & Warehouse Manager

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing organization in the food distribution industry to identify an Operations & Warehouse Manager to lead daily operations across warehousing, production, shipping, receiving, inventory, and quality. This is a unique opportunity for a hands-on operations leader who enjoys solving problems in real time, leading teams on the warehouse floor, and driving operational excellence in a fast-paced, perishable products environment.

This role is based in Tualatin, OR and is 100% on-site. The ideal candidate brings experience within food manufacturing, food distribution, or other perishable environments and enjoys balancing people leadership, production planning, inventory management, and continuous improvement. This position offers a base salary of $85,000-$100,000 DOE.

What You'll Do

Lead daily warehouse, production, shipping, receiving, and quality operations. Manage labor planning, production schedules, and staffing priorities in a constantly changing environment. Coordinate inbound materials, production timelines, and outbound customer deliveries. Drive inventory accuracy through cycle counts, lot tracking, and warehouse organization. Monitor operational KPIs while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and cost savings. Partner closely with Supply Chain, Logistics, and executive leadership to prioritize customer orders and production schedules. Coach, develop, and lead warehouse and production supervisors while fostering accountability and teamwork. Ensure customer deadlines are met while maintaining high product quality standards. Utilize ERP systems and operational data to support production planning, forecasting, and inventory management. Promote a culture focused on safety, quality, communication, and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree preferred in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field. 5+ years of operations, warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution leadership experience. Experience within food manufacturing, food processing, produce, agriculture, refrigerated goods, or other perishable product environments strongly preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish required. Strong experience with production scheduling, labor planning, inventory management, and warehouse operations. Experience utilizing ERP systems and production planning software. Proven ability to lead teams in fast-paced, high-volume operational environments. Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills with a hands-on leadership style. Experience using KPIs and operational metrics to drive continuous improvement.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Highly visible leadership role reporting directly to the CEO. Opportunity to lead a growing operation with the ability to make an immediate impact. Dynamic environment where every day presents new operational challenges. Collaborative leadership team that values process improvement and innovation. Opportunity to build efficiencies, improve operations, and influence long-term growth.

Benefits

Affordable medical coverage 401(k) Two weeks PTO to start Stable, growing organization Opportunity for long-term career growth and leadership development