Operations Manager

Amerhart, an SBP brand is currently hiring for an Operations Manager at our Grand Rapids, MI facility. As the Operations Manager, this position has a wide variety of responsibilities including the supervision of warehouse personnel and equipment, the warehousing of inventory, and the administrative detail associated with running the warehouse. A quality lumber and building materials distributorship operation involves the commitment to total quality management standards through the delivery of products to the customer as ordered and on time. A smooth‑running warehouse operation with trained and motivated employees is a major contribution to the success of the organization and enables the company to meet its quality goals. Key Duties and Responsibilities Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Supervision of the Warehouse and Grounds Property and Equipment – 60% Take the necessary steps to repair damage. Obtain estimates on repairs which cost more than $1,000. Order warehouse and other supplies, tarps, and belts. Maintain property in a secure and safe manner at all times. Ensure that the warehouse grounds are neat and orderly. Maintain lift trucks and trailers in good repair and in keeping with a sound preventive maintenance schedule. Replace and repair equipment and other tools as needed. Recruit and select candidates for hire in warehouse positions. Monitor work to ensure conformance to established work standards to include meeting deadlines, maintaining a high level of accuracy and meeting customer expectations. Train new employees. Include in training effective ways to handle material to minimize and/or eliminate damage to the goods. Answer questions/complaints raised by staff members in an effort to resolve work related difficulties that may be present. Ensure that Amerhart, Ltd. complies with the employees' "Right-to-know" act to include such things as completing and distributing safety sheets on specific products. Also, the commercial DOT rules and regulations and OSHA requirements. Performance of Miscellaneous Responsibilities – 10% Supervise stock rotation in accordance with established standards for moving material. Purchase equipment obtaining competitive bids, where appropriate. Lease trailers and other heavy equipment. Attend management meetings and other related meetings and training sessions in order to be better informed, communicate about current happenings within operations, make improvements, etc. Developing and sustaining a culture of continuous improvement in operational efficiency. Coordinate staffing and workflow to ensure peak productivity across all warehouse functions. Perform related work as requested. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Technical knowledge of building supplies and related product lines. Demonstrated ability in successful supervisory methods and approaches as well as problem solving strategies. Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Prior WMS experience. An understanding of corporate functioning to the extent that there can be input to decision making. Valid driver's license. Working knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and other pertinent legislative requirements as they apply to lumber distribution and warehousing. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision given on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment Company‑Paid Life Insurance & Disability 401(k) with Company Match Company‑Paid Time Off Paid Holidays & Floating Holidays PLUS, ADDITIONAL PERKS! Amerhart, a Specialty Building Products brand is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy of Specialty Building Products not to discriminate in hiring and employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, military status, genetic information, or other protected class status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr