Internal Communication Manager Jobs in Reno, NV (NOW HIRING)

*Must be employed with ZLINE for a minimum of 6 months and must have managers approval to transfer*

For internal candidates, consideration should be given to demonstrated leadership ability, knowledge of company and warehouse processes, safety record, reliability, communication skills, problem-solving ability, and the ability to effectively coach and develop team members.

The successful candidate will demonstrate readiness to take on increased responsibility while supporting the Warehouse Manager and maintaining consistent operational standards across the facility.

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Position Overview

The Assistant Manager - Logistics Warehouse supports the Warehouse Manager in leading daily warehouse operations, ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely movement of inventory and orders. This position provides hands-on leadership to warehouse associates, coordinates workflow across receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping functions, and helps maintain high standards for safety, productivity, accuracy, and customer service.

The Assistant Manager serves as a key member of the warehouse leadership team and is expected to lead by example, develop employees, identify operational improvements, and step in as the acting manager when the Warehouse Manager is unavailable.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and motivate warehouse employees and lead employees.
• Assign daily responsibilities and communicate operational priorities clearly.
• Provide ongoing feedback and address performance or attendance concerns in accordance with company policies.
• Assist with onboarding and training new employees.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and a positive workplace culture.
• Recognize employee performance and identify opportunities for employee development.
• Serve as a point of contact for employees when the Warehouse Manager is unavailable.
• Assist with the daily planning and execution of warehouse operations.
• Coordinate staffing, workflow, and priorities to meet daily shipping, receiving, and production requirements.
• Monitor productivity, order accuracy, inventory movement, and service-level expectations.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement practical solutions to improve efficiency.
• Ensure equipment, work areas, and warehouse processes are maintained and utilized effectively.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of standard operating procedures.
• Communicate effectively with warehouse leadership, employees, transportation teams, customer service, purchasing, and other departments.
• Monitor operational reports and provide updates regarding staffing, productivity, inventory, and service issues.
• Assist with scheduling and labor planning based on operational needs.
• Complete required documentation and ensure warehouse records are accurate and timely.
• Escalate significant operational, staffing, safety, or customer-impacting issues to the Warehouse Manager.

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and enforce all company safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct or assist with safety meetings, inspections, and training.
• Ensure employees use proper lifting techniques, personal protective equipment, and material-handling procedures.
• Report and address unsafe conditions, incidents, and near misses promptly.
• Maintain compliance with applicable company, regulatory, and warehouse requirements.

Inventory & Quality Control

• Assist with maintaining accurate inventory records and warehouse locations.
• Monitor receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and shipping accuracy.
• Support cycle counts, physical inventories, and investigation of inventory discrepancies.
• Help identify root causes of inventory or order accuracy issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure products are handled, stored, and shipped according to company standards.

Key Performance Measures

Performance in this position may be evaluated based on:

• Safety performance and compliance
• Order accuracy
• Inventory accuracy
• Receiving and shipping performance
• Productivity and labor efficiency
• On-time completion of operational goals
• Employee attendance, engagement, and retention
• Housekeeping and organization
• Compliance with company policies and procedures
• Successful implementation of process improvements

Qualifications

• Previous experience in warehouse, distribution, logistics, transportation, or related operations.
• Previous supervisory or team-lead experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of warehouse processes and material-handling operations.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions and remain calm under pressure.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn warehouse management and/or inventory systems.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, overtime, or varying shifts when operationally necessary.
• Forklift or other equipment certification preferred, where applicable.

Physical & Work Environment

This position requires regular presence on the warehouse floor and may involve prolonged standing and walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and working around material-handling equipment. The employee must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.