Assistant Warehouse Manager | KanPak | Penn Yan, NY

About the role

KanPak is seeking a Warehouse Assistant Manager to oversee daily warehouse and shipping operations at our facility. This role is responsible for ensuring safety, quality, inventory accuracy, and team performance while supporting production needs and meeting customer expectations. You will play a key role in driving operational efficiency and continuous improvement within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily warehouse and shipping operations to ensure accurate, on-time order fulfillment at optimal cost
• Schedule shifts and assign tasks based on workload and staffing needs
• Maintain a safe, organized, and sanitary warehouse environment in compliance with regulations
• Monitor employee attendance and address issues in alignment with company policies
• Collaborate with Production and Quality teams on inventory, quality, and production matters
• Clock-in/out employees and address issues in alignment with company policies
• Coordinate load-out schedules with internal distribution teams and external carriers
• Ensure adherence to quality assurance and housekeeping standards
• Maintain cooler inventory for rotation, coding accuracy, and traceability
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of inventory transactions (shipments, damages, donations, losses)
• Support company objectives related to food safety, regulatory compliance, quality, cost, and customer satisfaction
• Participate in developing short- and long-term operational goals

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate’s degree or equivalent warehouse management experience required
• Minimum 5 years of experience in warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing environments
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing warehouse teams
• Ability to obtain OSHA 10 certification within 30 days
• Experience in food manufacturing or aseptic environments preferred
• Strong communication (written and verbal) skills
• Proven leadership, coaching, and team development abilities
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Knowledge of inventory management and warehouse operations
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate’s degree or equivalent warehouse management experience required
• Minimum 5 years of experience in warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing environments
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing warehouse teams
• Ability to obtain OSHA 10 certification within 30 days
• Experience in food manufacturing or aseptic environments preferred
• Strong communication (written and verbal) skills
• Proven leadership, coaching, and team development abilities
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Knowledge of inventory management and warehouse operations
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Skills

• Leadership
• Time Management
• Communication
• Inventory Management
• Warehouse Operations

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary insurance options
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, and company holidays)

Pay & Schedule

• The Schedule & Setting
• Full-time, day shift (Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts)
• Facility operates 24/7
• Work performed in a warehouse environment with material handling and forklift operation
• Physical requirements include:
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing
• Lifting up to 50 lbs
• Active, physically demanding work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

KanPak, LLC encourages diversity in the workplace; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran Applicants only; No Recruiters please.