Area Manager - Warehouse

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Rinnai America Corporation is the leader in tankless water heating, a technology that is growing rapidly as businesses and homes “yank the tank” and convert to an efficient, endless supply of hot water and the only tankless water heating manufacturer in the US. We have a commitment to our employees and a strong, accountable culture with a practice of giving back to our communities.

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What does a Manager, Area (Warehouse) do at Rinnai?

This position is responsible for the leadership of all warehouse operations across multiple Georgia locations. Additionally, this position is responsible for meeting all site goals related to Safety, Quality, People, Service, Cost and Housekeeping Excellence. The Area Manager will review operations on a daily basis to ensure attainment of established goals for the Warehouse, Division and Company. This position will support site Safety and Compliance efforts through continuous improvement activities that ensure all requirements are completed in a timely manner.

• This position is located at 500 The Lakes Parkway in Griffin, GA.

Responsibilities

What you will do:

• Ensure JSOX compliance.
• Coach, train, manage and motivate warehouse leaders and teams.
• Plan and direct warehouse activities and establish priorities in keeping with effective operations and cost factors.
• Various projects as requested.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required
• Responsible for ensuring proper staffing of warehouses.
• Routine administrative/managerial functions, performing annual performance reviews, actively participate in budget planning and fill in for supervisors as needed.
• Responsible for quality control within the warehouse area of responsibility.
• Awareness and compliance of Company Policies and Procedures.
• Conduct daily/weekly/monthly team meetings.
• Oversee inventory cycle counting and annual physical inventory.
• Support warehouse safety initiatives to ensure all work is being performed in a safe manner. Ensure continuous safety improvement in culture, programs, and activities.
• Drive accountability, establish priorities, and monitor and evaluate results.
• Analyze warehouse capacity and recommend improvement strategies.
• Embrace and support growing business demands in a changing environment.
• Develop and revise operational and work procedures and resolve operational and warehouse problems to fulfill shipping requirements and achieve site objectives for safety, efficiency, productivity, quality, and service.
• Develop and resource teams throughout the warehouse environment that are consistent with warehouse goals.
• Plan and direct activities of warehouse operations ensuring clean, well-organized environment demonstrating 5S principles.
• Communicate goals with team and engage associates in continually improving every aspect of the portion of the business within their responsibility.
• Ensure warehouse activities for team utilization, inbound receiving and inspections, inventory management and control, shipping, are executed and completed achieving department and company goals.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE

• Previous experience with Safety systems and enforcement of Safety rules and policies
• Five years of warehouse, operations experience.
• Strong knowledge and experience with ISO 9000 Quality System.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field
• Certification as Lean and/or Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.
• Basic financial acumen to understand financial impact of decisions on the operation.
• At least three years of previous management experience.
• Formal training and/or experience with continuous improvement tools such as Six Sigma, 5-S, Lean Manufacturing.
• Experienced with systems (WMS, ERP)
• Demonstrated understanding of the principles and applications associated with inventory, receiving and shipping.

Skills

• Computer literacy to include but not limited to MS Office products.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to balance production and maintenance needs.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills.

Abilities

• Highly motivated and driven by success.
• Ability to work hands-on in an industrial manufacturing environment, as well as in a corporate environment
• Team player able to operate with independence as required.
• Results / task-oriented work ethic.
• High level of personal integrity and honesty.
• Ability to participate and motivate others in a collaborative environment.

Physical Requirements

Physical Activities

• Occasionally operating machinery and/or power tools.
• Occasionally moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Accessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned

Physical Demands

• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds

Environmental Conditions

• Must be able to wear required PPE on manufacturing floor.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for Medical and Dependent Care

Paid Time Off (PTO), Floating Holidays (FH)

Paid Holidays

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Company Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Professional Development

Tuition Reimbursement

Annual Incentive Plan (AIP)

Referral Bonuses

Paid Volunteer Community Service Day

Tobacco and Drug-Free Campuses

Employee, family, and friend’s discount

Rinnai America Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.