Warehouse Manager

About the role

MISUMI Americas, a division of MISUMI Group, is a leading provider of standard, configurable, and custom manufacturing solutions. This position is onsite in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all warehouse operations, including picking, packing, shipping, receiving, product handling, and inventory control
• Plan and schedule departmental activities to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of customer orders while maximizing operational efficiency and profitability
• Lead, supervise, and develop warehouse and logistics personnel to achieve individual, departmental, and organizational goals
• Evaluate current processes and procedures, identifying opportunities for improvement and leading or supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain and enhance the 5S program to support a clean, organized, safe, and high-performing work environment
• Oversee the Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program and address facility-related issues to ensure uninterrupted operations
• Maintain accurate inventory levels, including oversight of inventory control processes and continuous improvement of warehouse organization
• Train, coach, and conduct performance evaluations for all logistics and distribution staff
• Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety standards, policies, and regulatory compliance
• Ensure compliance with all logistics and distribution ISO processes, including maintaining standards and implementing updates or improvements
• Work within established company guidelines and exhibit sound business decisions
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall business operations

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years management experience – three of which should be in a supervisory capacity
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience desired
• Strong understanding of a data-driven warehouse and experience with WMS system required
• Small parts handling experience
• Six Sigma & Kaizen experience a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, and conflict management skills along with proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint & Access)
• Maintain strong attention to detail in high-pressure situations

Benefits

Salary Range: $80,000 to $110,000 per year, based upon experience