Operations Manager

Operations Manager

About NewCold
NewCold is a global leader in advanced food logistics. Our warehouses and transport network sit at the center of the food supply chain. Connecting the world's major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers.

Our goal is to keep the world's food fresh and safe with our proprietary technologies and innovative solutions.

NewCold designs, builds, and operates state-of-the-art cold storage facilities that are highly automated. We push the boundaries of logistics with end-to-end storage and transport operations that add greater resilience, efficiency, and sustainability to supply chains on four continents. And we are growing rapidly.

To support our rapid growth, we're constantly looking for talented people to join our team. Want to be a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking environment? Join us!

Your role as a Operations Manager

Key responsibilities:

NewCold is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead warehouse operations at our McDonough facility. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, developing high-performing teams, meeting customer expectations, and maintaining a strong culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate is a proven operations leader with experience in warehousing or logistics who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about developing people and improving performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop warehouse operations teams to achieve safety, quality, service, and productivity goals
• Ensure daily operations are executed in accordance with company policies, procedures, and customer requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels.
• Monitor operational KPIs and implement action plans to achieve performance targets.
• Foster a culture focused on safety, accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.
• Manage labor resources and payroll costs while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Conduct regular team meetings, shift handovers, and performance discussions.
• Ensure compliance with housekeeping, quality, and operational standards.
• Partner with site leadership to identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Prepare operational reports and communicate performance results to leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of operational leadership experience.
• Experience in warehousing, distribution, logistics, or supply chain operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing KPIs, budgets, and labor planning.

What You'll Bring

• Ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Customer-focused approach.
• Commitment to workplace safety and operational excellence.

Who we are looking for:
We are seeking motivated and forward-thinking individuals who thrive in collaborative and fast-moving environments. Our ideal candidate has:

Why join NewCold?

At NewCold, our people are our most valuable asset. We take pride in our team-oriented culture, where innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.
What we offer:

• A supportive and collaborative environment.
• The opportunity for professional growth in a fast-scaling, international company.
• The chance to have real impact and innovate alongside other bright minds.
• The challenge of transforming the future of cold storage and food logistics.
• A strong commitment to employee well-being.

Whether you're a seasoned expert or just starting your career, NewCold provides the opportunities and challenges that allow you to grow and excel. Ready to turn your curiosity into impact?

How to apply:
If you are interested in this vacancy and would like to apply, please make sure that you leave your CV in English. Suitable candidates will be invited for a first interview with the hiring manager. A second interview will follow w