Operations Manager - Stock Yards Chesterfield

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   Responsible for development of Warehouse, Transportation and/or Production Supervisors through training on policy & procedures, education by assisting in problem resolution when required and leading by example. Creates a cohesive organization by keeping lines of communication open and directs workforce to insure efficient workflow. Responsible for interview, hiring, review, discipline and termination process for warehouse/transportation/production personnel. Develops production flow processes and identifies process improvement and cost reduction strategies. Establishes and maintains operational procedures for activities such as verifying incoming shipments, handling and disposition of product and warehouse inventory accuracy. Develops operation’s plan for daily loads, communicates plan to supervisors and leads personnel to ensure that trucks are completed within timelines. Creates load plans for individual trucks to ensure weight restrictions are met and special customer requests are accommodated. Monitors a variety of operational data, including inventory losses, production goals and safety reports, identifies problems, determines causes and recommends changes to the GM/Director of Operations to produce zero-error benchmark on accuracy and customer satisfaction. Monitors and ensures integrity of products and ensures that food safety standards are met.  Ensures the facility and equipment is in constant compliance with Federal and State OSHA and HACCP regulations and requirements.In Union facilities, assists in interpreting the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. SUPERVISION Warehouse Supervisors, Production Supervisors, Transportation SupervisorsRELATIONSHIPSInternal:    General Managers, Director of Operations, Production Supervisors, Warehouse Supervisors, Manager of Transportation, Safety Supervisor, and Human Resources External:    QUALIFICATIONSEducation/Training:  High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.Related Experience:  A minimum of eight years experience in warehouse and/or production supervision required. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Able to interpret financial and operational data; Basic computer skills; Familiarity with inventory control, OSHA, HAACP and other regulatory requirements; Strong leadership, communication and people development skills; broad knowledge of warehouse operations, methods and procedures. Must be flexible to work modified shifts to support the division’s needsPhysical Requirements:JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:    1. SIT     Occasionally2. STAND     Frequent/Constant3. WALK      Frequently4. DRIVE    Occasionally    item: Fork lift/pallet jack    JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO LIFT:    1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary)    Occasionally2. 10-20 lbs (Light)    Occasionally3. 25-50 lbs (Medium)    Occasionally4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy)    Never5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy)     Never    JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO CARRY:    1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary)    Occasionally2. 10-20 lbs (Light)               Occasionally3. 25-50 lbs (Medium)    Occasionally4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy)    Never5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy)    Never    JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:    1. Push/pull     Occasionally    Item:  Pallet Jack Control, Mouse, doors, product2. Climb/balance    Occasionally    Item:  on/off pallet jack3. Stoop/squat    Occasionally4. Kneel/bend    Occasionally5. Bend    Occasionally6. Reach above shoulder    Occasionally7. Grasp objects    Occasionally    Type:  pens, telephone, mouse, paperwork, pallet jack controls, boxes 8. Manipulate objects      Occasionally9. Twisting       OccasionallyBenefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here:

Created: 2025-07-01