Warehouse Assistant Manager - 2nd Shift

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About the Role

DSG is seeking a Second Shift Warehouse Assistant Manager in our Plymouth, MN location. In this full time, salaried position, work typically ranges between the hours of 1:30pm and 9:30pm, Monday through Friday, but may vary on occasion according to business needs.

Responsibilities

• Supports the overall operations of the warehouse, including overseeing the day-to-day activities of warehouse staff and ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of warehouse processes.
• Manages a team (up to 10 employees), ensuring that operations meet quality standards, safety regulations, and company objectives.
• Collaborates with the Warehouse Manager and/or Branch Manager to implement improvements, enhance productivity, and maintain high operational standards.
• Oversees the daily operations of the warehouse to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of tasks.
• Directly supervise and provide guidance to up to 5 warehouse employees ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.
• Carries out the performance review process and disciplinary actions.
• Provides training, coaching, and support to employees to enhance their performance and professional development.
• Engages with direct reports, understanding their work/career aspirations, and facilitating opportunities to upskill and advance.
• Directly relevant information/communication to direct reports.
• Participates in hiring process for staff within department, interviewing and recommending applicants for hire.
• Enforces safety protocols within the warehouse, ensuring a safe working environment for all employees.
• Promotes safety awareness and adherence to safety regulations.
• Troubleshoots and resolves operations challenges within the warehouse.
• Acts as a point of contact for any operations issues that may arise and ensures they are addressed promptly.
• Recommends measures to improve warehouse operating efficiencies, working conditions, and overall performance whenever possible.
• Ensures necessary tools and equipment are available and in good working condition to complete tasks.
• Reports any equipment issues to Branch/Warehouse Manager.
• Provides courteous, prompt, and efficient service to customers.
• Leads by example in promoting safety-conscious behavior, encouraging others to report safety concerns, and ensuring that all accidents/incidents are documented and reported promptly.
• Ensures all company procedures and policies are being followed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in warehouse operations, preferably with additional experience in a supervisory/leadership role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a small team of employees.
• Safety training on material handling and forklift driving.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.
• Physical ability to lift up to 60 lbs. on a regular basis, and up to 100 lbs. on an occasional basis.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to workplace safety.

Benefits

We are proud to offer benefits built for you. We are 100% employee-owned, which means your hard work and decisions directly benefit not only the success of the organization, but also your individual Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

We are highly committed to your training and development, offering personal and professional development opportunities and unlimited growth potential.

We offer competitive compensation packages based on your experience and potential.

You will receive generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Medical Leave (EML) allowances.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision, along with a multitude of other perks such as life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution.

We offer various family planning and childcare savings opportunities, including paid parental leave, adoption assistance, infertility assistance, and a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

We believe in giving back to our communities and hope that you will too, which is why we offer paid volunteer hours in addition to PTO.

We also offer a discount on all DSG-supplied products.