Operations Manager - Building Materials Experiences

Lansing, Michigan | Full-Time | Direct Hire | On-SiteSchedule: Monday–Friday, Day ShiftConfidential Employer | Building Materials Industry

Henpen Consultants is seeking a hands-on Operations Manager to lead warehouse and delivery operations for a growing building materials company. This position supervises a team of 6–10 warehouse employees and oversees inventory accuracy, shipping and receiving, delivery coordination, and workplace safety.

The ideal candidate enjoys leading a team, solving operational problems, and assisting with warehouse activities to keep customer orders moving accurately and on time.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, develop, and motivate warehouse employees.
• Coordinate shipping, receiving, order picking, truck loading, and unloading.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through daily cycle counts, organized storage, and bin locations.
• Investigate product losses and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct daily safety walkthroughs, monthly safety meetings, and quarterly driver safety meetings.
• Enforce company policies and address employee performance concerns.
• Plan delivery routes and coordinate transportation resources to support timely, profitable deliveries.
• Monitor driver hours of service and support compliance with federal DOT requirements.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance for vehicles, warehouse machinery, and equipment.
• Improve warehouse layout, storage utilization, loading efficiency, and productivity.
• Partner with purchasing and sales to support customer needs.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of forklift operating experience required.
• 2 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hands-on warehouse environment.
• Familiarity with inventory systems, barcode scanners, Microsoft Office, and transportation management technology.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety, driver safety, and DOT compliance.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds and perform essential job duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be at least 18 years old and able to complete a drug screening and background verification.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Benefits & Growth

• Competitive compensation with bonus opportunity.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Career advancement opportunities with an expanding company.
• Relocation assistance may be negotiable.

Apply

Email your résumé to

laws@henpencorp.com

with the subject line “Operations Manager – Lansing”, or text Henry at 833-243-5737 with your name and the job title.