Performance Food Group (New)
Company Description
Performance Foodservice, PFGs broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.
Warehouse Director – Job Overview Directs and manages all warehouse operations for a high-volume cheese manufacturing facility. Responsible for ensuring efficient warehouse operations, food safety compliance, inventory accuracy, and team performance while managing budgets and supporting production requirements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations Management
Direct daily operations of receiving, storage, inventory management, picking, packing, and shipping
Oversee material handling for raw ingredients, packaging materials, and finished cheese products (2M+ lbs/week)
Manage temperature-controlled storage areas including coolers (34-40°F) and freezers (0°F and below)
Ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment to meet customer delivery requirements
Optimize warehouse layout, racking systems, and material flow for maximum efficiency
Coordinate inbound/outbound logistics and carrier relationships
Manage warehouse equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and material handling systems
Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance
Maintain compliance with FDA, USDA, HACCP, GMP, and SQF requirements
Implement and enforce food safety protocols for dairy product handling and storage
Ensure proper temperature monitoring and cold chain management
Coordinate with Quality Assurance on lot traceability, product holds, and recalls
Prepare for and manage third-party audits and regulatory inspections
Maintain documentation and records per regulatory requirements
Inventory Management
Maintain inventory accuracy of 99% or higher through cycle counting programs
Implement FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation procedures
Monitor inventory levels and work with Planning/Procurement on replenishment
Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies
Manage WMS (Warehouse Management System) and ERP system transactions
Conduct periodic physical inventories
Team Leadership & Supervision
Supervise warehouse management team (supervisors, leads, coordinators)
Recruit, hire, train, and develop warehouse personnel
Conduct performance evaluations and manage disciplinary actions
Schedule workforce to support 24/7 operations across multiple shifts
Develop training programs for equipment operation, food safety, and warehouse procedures
Foster teamwork and maintain positive employee relations
Safety Management
Ensure OSHA compliance and maintain safe working environment
Conduct safety training and enforce safety policies and procedures
Investigate accidents/incidents and implement corrective actions
Manage forklift certification and equipment safety programs
Lead safety audits and inspections
Budget & Financial Management
Develop and manage annual warehouse operating budget
Control labor costs, overtime, and operational expenses
Monitor and report on key financial metrics
Identify cost reduction opportunities
Approve warehouse-related capital expenditures and maintenance requests
Continuous Improvement
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency
Lead Lean/Six Sigma initiatives in warehouse operations
Analyze operational data and KPIs to drive performance improvements
Implement automation and technology solutions where appropriate
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct supervision of 3-5 Warehouse Supervisors/Leads
Indirect supervision of 25-50 warehouse associates across multiple shifts
Responsible for hiring, training, performance management, and termination decisions
Physical Demands
Stand and walk for extended periods
Work in cold environments (coolers 34-40°F, freezers below 0°F)
Climb stairs and ladders
Lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally
Bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive motions
Work Environment
Warehouse and cold storage environment
Exposure to extreme cold temperatures
Moderate to high noise levels
Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts
Required to wear PPE (safety shoes, hairnet, safety glasses, cold weather gear)
May require extended hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
On-call availability for operational emergencies
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Warehouse Director – Job Overview Directs and manages all warehouse operations for a high-volume cheese manufacturing facility. Responsible for ensuring efficient warehouse operations, food safety compliance, inventory accuracy, and team performance while managing budgets and supporting production requirements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations Management
Direct daily operations of receiving, storage, inventory management, picking, packing, and shipping
Oversee material handling for raw ingredients, packaging materials, and finished cheese products (2M+ lbs/week)
Manage temperature-controlled storage areas including coolers (34-40°F) and freezers (0°F and below)
Ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment to meet customer delivery requirements
Optimize warehouse layout, racking systems, and material flow for maximum efficiency
Coordinate inbound/outbound logistics and carrier relationships
Manage warehouse equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and material handling systems
Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance
Maintain compliance with FDA, USDA, HACCP, GMP, and SQF requirements
Implement and enforce food safety protocols for dairy product handling and storage
Ensure proper temperature monitoring and cold chain management
Coordinate with Quality Assurance on lot traceability, product holds, and recalls
Prepare for and manage third-party audits and regulatory inspections
Maintain documentation and records per regulatory requirements
Inventory Management
Maintain inventory accuracy of 99% or higher through cycle counting programs
Implement FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation procedures
Monitor inventory levels and work with Planning/Procurement on replenishment
Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies
Manage WMS (Warehouse Management System) and ERP system transactions
Conduct periodic physical inventories
Team Leadership & Supervision
Supervise warehouse management team (supervisors, leads, coordinators)
Recruit, hire, train, and develop warehouse personnel
Conduct performance evaluations and manage disciplinary actions
Schedule workforce to support 24/7 operations across multiple shifts
Develop training programs for equipment operation, food safety, and warehouse procedures
Foster teamwork and maintain positive employee relations
Safety Management
Ensure OSHA compliance and maintain safe working environment
Conduct safety training and enforce safety policies and procedures
Investigate accidents/incidents and implement corrective actions
Manage forklift certification and equipment safety programs
Lead safety audits and inspections
Budget & Financial Management
Develop and manage annual warehouse operating budget
Control labor costs, overtime, and operational expenses
Monitor and report on key financial metrics
Identify cost reduction opportunities
Approve warehouse-related capital expenditures and maintenance requests
Continuous Improvement
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency
Lead Lean/Six Sigma initiatives in warehouse operations
Analyze operational data and KPIs to drive performance improvements
Implement automation and technology solutions where appropriate
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct supervision of 3-5 Warehouse Supervisors/Leads
Indirect supervision of 25-50 warehouse associates across multiple shifts
Responsible for hiring, training, performance management, and termination decisions
Physical Demands
Stand and walk for extended periods
Work in cold environments (coolers 34-40°F, freezers below 0°F)
Climb stairs and ladders
Lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally
Bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive motions
Work Environment
Warehouse and cold storage environment
Exposure to extreme cold temperatures
Moderate to high noise levels
Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts
Required to wear PPE (safety shoes, hairnet, safety glasses, cold weather gear)
May require extended hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
On-call availability for operational emergencies
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