Logistics Operations Manager

Logistics Operations Manager

HYDAC is a family-owned and operated business with a vibrant and rewarding working environment for our employees across the country. Our goal is to provide quality products, components, and services that meet our customer expectations while being committed to the protection and preservation of our environment. HYDAC's passionate team designs and manufactures a comprehensive line of innovative and reliable solutions optimized for any demand our customers require.

The Logistics Operations Manager is responsible for leading all logistics operations across the Bethlehem, PA campus, including receiving, warehousing, material movement, shipping, and transportation. This position leads a team of 35+ employees across multiple buildings and two shifts, ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost-effective flow of materials. The Logistics Operations Manager drives operational excellence by fostering a lean culture, establishing standardized processes, and improving logistics operational quality through continuous improvement. Success in this role is measured by achieving outstanding performance in the department's key metrics: Zero Safety Incidents, On-Time Delivery, and Logistics PPM.

You will make an impact in this role by:

• Leading all receiving, warehouse, material handling, shipping, and transportation operations across the Bethlehem campus.
• Leading, coaching, and developing a team of 35+ employees across multiple buildings and two shifts while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Promoting a lean culture by driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, material flow, and operational efficiency.
• Developing, implementing, and maintaining standardized logistics processes, work instructions, and operating procedures.
• Identifying process improvement opportunities using data analysis, root cause analysis, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Owning logistics operational quality by reducing shipping, receiving, picking, packing, labeling, and other logistics-related errors while improving Logistics PPM.
• Improving inventory accuracy through stable processes, disciplined inventory control practices, timely transaction processing, and effective corrective actions.
• Supporting cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, and process compliance to identify and eliminate the root causes of inventory discrepancies.
• Optimizing warehouse layout, material flow, storage utilization, transportation methods, and labor efficiency to maximize operational performance.
• Driving performance through clearly defined key performance indicators, with primary focus on Zero Safety Incidents, On-Time Delivery, and Logistics PPM, while also improving shipping accuracy, warehouse productivity, inventory accuracy, and freight performance.
• Leading root cause investigations and implementing sustainable corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurring operational issues.
• Managing carrier relationships and transportation performance while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
• Collaborating with Manufacturing, Planning, Purchasing, Customer Service, Engineering, and Quality to improve operational performance and customer satisfaction.
• Evaluating and implementing new technologies, automation, and digital tools that improve logistics performance.
• Managing departmental budgets, staffing, and resource planning.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, OSHA requirements, and all applicable transportation regulations.

Key skills and attributes include:

• Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.
• Ability to build and sustain a lean culture through employee engagement and continuous improvement.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience developing standardized processes and driving process improvements.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory control, and material flow.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis, corrective actions, and process improvement methodologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build effective cross-functional relationships.
• Strong financial and business acumen.
• Proficiency with SAP, Microsoft Office, and data analysis tools.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and stand-up material handling equipment; forklift certification or the ability to obtain and maintain certification required.

To be considered for the Logistics Operations Manager role, you must have the following minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive logistics leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading warehouse, shipping, receiving, inventory control, and transportation operations.
• Demonstrated success driving continuous improvement and developing a lean culture.
• Experience with SAP or a comparable ERP system required.
• Project management experience preferred.

HYDAC offers employees a comprehensive medical/dental/vision plan, paid holidays, PTO, 401k with company matching, FSA account, short term disability and life insurance, and pet insurance.