KeHE Distributors
Senior Manager, Production Operations
KeHE Distributors, Elkton, Florida, United States, 32033
Senior Manager, Production Operations
Location: Elkton, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Why Work for KeHE?
Full-time
Pay Range: $115,000.00/Yr - $125,000.00/Yr
Shift Time: 2:00 PM (shift days not specified)
Benefits Day 1: Health/Rx, Vision, Flexible & Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA), Supplemental life insurance, 401(k), Paid time off, Short‑term & long‑term disability coverage, Employee stock ownership (ESOP), Holiday pay for company designated holidays
Overview Good people, working with good people, for our common good. KeHE is a natural, organic, specialty and fresh food distributor growing fast. If you’re enthusiastic about working in a people‑first culture committed to good living, good food, and good service, we’d love to talk to you!
Primary Responsibilities
Lead overall warehouse operations including inbound, outbound, inventory control, and workforce management across shifts.
Ensure operational performance targets and service expectations are met while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Serve as key liaison between distribution center and cross‑functional support groups such as Transportation, Inventory, Safety, Finance, and Human Resources.
Lead, coach, and develop warehouse management staff and frontline leaders; support team growth, succession planning, and a positive work environment.
Monitor and drive performance using KPIs (on‑time shipping, productivity, inventory accuracy, safety incidents).
Conduct daily operational reviews, ensuring execution of pre‑shift plans, mid‑shift adjustments, and post‑shift evaluations.
Collaborate with cross‑functional partners to solve problems, implement initiatives, and align site strategy.
Act as primary point of contact for distribution center leadership and liaison to internal support functions.
Identify operational bottlenecks or inefficiencies; lead or sponsor process improvement initiatives using Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, food safety, and company regulatory standards.
Develop operational forecasts and resource plans in partnership with Finance and other departments.
Promote hands‑on leadership by maintaining visibility and active engagement on the warehouse floor.
Work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, to support business needs.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Hands‑on leader that engages on the floor.
Results‑focused, holds self and others accountable for measurable outcomes.
Team builder; coaches and develops talent.
Adaptable and solutions‑oriented; comfortable navigating ambiguity.
Collaborative strong communicator across departments and levels.
Strong end‑to‑end distribution knowledge with proven ability to drive operational success in high‑volume environments.
Proven leadership skills managing frontline supervisors and salaried leaders.
Expertise in warehouse systems (WMS) and analytics to support decision‑making.
Excellent communication skills across all levels, strong presentation and reporting capabilities.
Ability to influence, resolve conflict, and build consensus across teams and functions.
Deep understanding of safety practices, regulatory compliance, and inventory control methods.
Experience implementing Lean or Six Sigma practices.
High emotional intelligence with strong interpersonal and situational leadership skills.
Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing distribution environment.
Skilled in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; ability to learn and utilize internal systems quickly.
Comfortable accessing all areas and levels of the facility, including production floors and racking systems.
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
6+ years of progressive warehouse/distribution leadership experience, including 3+ years managing leaders or teams.
Experience in the food, grocery, or consumer goods industry preferred.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs in a distribution environment.
Must be able to access all areas of the facility, including cold storage zones if applicable.
Willingness to work in varied temperature conditions (ambient, refrigerated, frozen) and non‑standard shifts when required.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement KeHE Distributors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or faith, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training as well as the administration of all Human Resources and Talent Acquisition processes.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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Job Type: Full-time
Why Work for KeHE?
Full-time
Pay Range: $115,000.00/Yr - $125,000.00/Yr
Shift Time: 2:00 PM (shift days not specified)
Benefits Day 1: Health/Rx, Vision, Flexible & Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA), Supplemental life insurance, 401(k), Paid time off, Short‑term & long‑term disability coverage, Employee stock ownership (ESOP), Holiday pay for company designated holidays
Overview Good people, working with good people, for our common good. KeHE is a natural, organic, specialty and fresh food distributor growing fast. If you’re enthusiastic about working in a people‑first culture committed to good living, good food, and good service, we’d love to talk to you!
Primary Responsibilities
Lead overall warehouse operations including inbound, outbound, inventory control, and workforce management across shifts.
Ensure operational performance targets and service expectations are met while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Serve as key liaison between distribution center and cross‑functional support groups such as Transportation, Inventory, Safety, Finance, and Human Resources.
Lead, coach, and develop warehouse management staff and frontline leaders; support team growth, succession planning, and a positive work environment.
Monitor and drive performance using KPIs (on‑time shipping, productivity, inventory accuracy, safety incidents).
Conduct daily operational reviews, ensuring execution of pre‑shift plans, mid‑shift adjustments, and post‑shift evaluations.
Collaborate with cross‑functional partners to solve problems, implement initiatives, and align site strategy.
Act as primary point of contact for distribution center leadership and liaison to internal support functions.
Identify operational bottlenecks or inefficiencies; lead or sponsor process improvement initiatives using Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, food safety, and company regulatory standards.
Develop operational forecasts and resource plans in partnership with Finance and other departments.
Promote hands‑on leadership by maintaining visibility and active engagement on the warehouse floor.
Work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, to support business needs.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Hands‑on leader that engages on the floor.
Results‑focused, holds self and others accountable for measurable outcomes.
Team builder; coaches and develops talent.
Adaptable and solutions‑oriented; comfortable navigating ambiguity.
Collaborative strong communicator across departments and levels.
Strong end‑to‑end distribution knowledge with proven ability to drive operational success in high‑volume environments.
Proven leadership skills managing frontline supervisors and salaried leaders.
Expertise in warehouse systems (WMS) and analytics to support decision‑making.
Excellent communication skills across all levels, strong presentation and reporting capabilities.
Ability to influence, resolve conflict, and build consensus across teams and functions.
Deep understanding of safety practices, regulatory compliance, and inventory control methods.
Experience implementing Lean or Six Sigma practices.
High emotional intelligence with strong interpersonal and situational leadership skills.
Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing distribution environment.
Skilled in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; ability to learn and utilize internal systems quickly.
Comfortable accessing all areas and levels of the facility, including production floors and racking systems.
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
6+ years of progressive warehouse/distribution leadership experience, including 3+ years managing leaders or teams.
Experience in the food, grocery, or consumer goods industry preferred.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs in a distribution environment.
Must be able to access all areas of the facility, including cold storage zones if applicable.
Willingness to work in varied temperature conditions (ambient, refrigerated, frozen) and non‑standard shifts when required.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement KeHE Distributors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or faith, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training as well as the administration of all Human Resources and Talent Acquisition processes.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at KeHE Distributors by 2x
Get notified about new Production Operations Manager jobs in Elkton, FL.
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