Warehouse Manager

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Knowledge of and ability to use and influence organization's policies, standards and procedures guiding

manufacturing processes

2. Knowledge of strategies and tools for controlling and optimizing the factors that lie between the

purchase of raw materials and delivery of finished products

3. Ability to effectively manage the business relationship and transactions with the suppliers of raw

materials or product components

4. Knowledge of issues and considerations for effectively managing local or distributed inventories of raw

materials, work in progress and finished goods

5. Knowledge of the processes, tools and operational considerations for effective and efficient movement

of goods and materials throughout the manufacturing cycle

6. Knowledge of the day-to-day operations of a manufacturing plant or facility

7. Must be able to read/comprehend written and oral instructions in English; read and comprehend safety

rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and product recipes/material

identifications.

8. Superior leadership skills with demonstrated ability to effectively manage and develop a diverse team of

people.

9. Beginning financial knowledge sufficient to understand/manage financial budgets and statements.

10. Understands LEAN Manufacturing practices and at least 1 year of experience of LEAN utilization.

11. OSHA Regulation Training.

12. Experience with Gas/Electric Forklifts.

13. Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency.

14. Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.

15. Bi-Lingual skills preferred (required for positions outside the US)

16. Pro-active attitude about the job and company

17. Desire to advance within the company, including relocation if needed

18. Ability to travel to other sites as needed

19. Conduct self professionally to customers and visitors

20. Ability to manage expenses

21. Ability to adapt to changing environments

22. Ability to make difficult decisions

23. Ability to assess employee performance and coach and develop others

24. Ability to lead by example

25. Willingness and acceptance to change

26. Ability to handle stress of working with others

27. Availability outside of normal business hours

28. Ability to multi-task

Travel Requirements

• 15-25% travel required