Manufacturing Operations Manager Jobs in Paterson, NJ

This role is onsite 5 days a week in Clifton, NJ; The shift starts at 3pm EST

Warehouse Operations Manager

About the role
The Warehouse Operations Manager will ensure the Clifton facility operates safely, efficiently, and accurately. This role will prioritize workplace safety, oversee inventory control, and manage on-time order fulfillment to maintain high service standards and customer satisfaction. By streamlining processes, reducing operational waste, and enforcing compliance, the position will help control costs while building the capacity to support future growth

Responsibilities:

• Safety, inventory accuracy, Labor efficiency, and people management
• Lead the Clifton Fulfillment Operations - Serve as the senior leader for the site, ensuring smooth, safe, and efficient daily operations with strong service levels.
• People Leadership & Development - Mentor and coach team leaders and supervisors; set clear expectations, build structured development and succession plans, and drive a high-performance culture through feedback and accountability.
• Labor Planning & Productivity - Optimize staffing and schedules using forecasts and internal tools; deploy labor to demand, meet productivity KPIs, boost engagement, and address performance gaps quickly.
• Operational Excellence & Inventory Accuracy - Eliminate bottlenecks by enforcing SOPs and standard work; improve receiving/picking/put away quality, conduct root-cause analysis on discrepancies, and maintain flow to reduce delays and errors.
• Safety & Compliance - Prioritize a safe work environment with proactive monitoring, training, audits, and adherence to all compliance requirements to minimize incidents and liability.
• Cross-Functional Alignment, Change & Cost Control - Coordinate with logistics and other fulfillment centers to prevent bottlenecks, stock outs, and shipment delays; lead equipment/technology/procedure changes that improve efficiency; identify and remove waste in labor, space, and materials to impact the bottom line.
• Work in an environment where the noise level varies and can be loud
• Work in an environment where the temperature can be low.(refrigerator temperature at or below 40 F (4 C). The freezer temperature should be 0 F (-18 C)
• Able to stand/walk for up to 12 hours during shifts

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years in warehouse or manufacturing operations
• 5+ years in a supervisory or management role
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
• Proficient computer skills (Excel, reporting tools)
• Knowledge of health & safety regulations (OSHA)
• Experience managing high-volume or fast-paced distribution environments
• Proven track record of leading large teams (100+ associates)
• Strong understanding of inventory control and cycle counting processes
• Demonstrated success in reducing labor costs or improving productivity metrics
• Familiarity with labor planning, scheduling, and workforce optimization

Nice to have:

• Bilingual (Spanish)
• Six Sigma (Green Belt)
• Food Safety Certification
• OSHA Certification
•  Project management certification
• Prior experience in Automated warehouses/manufacturing 

Company Benefit:

• Comprehensive health insurance package, including medical, dental, and vision
• 401k match
• Bi-annual Performance bonus
• Vacation and holiday time off
• Monthly Weee! Points credit

Compensation Range:

• The US base salary range for this full-time position is $93,000 - $109,000
• This role may be eligible to discretionary bonus, incentives and benefits
• Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location

The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base salary for new hires for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by multiple factors like job-related skills, experience and work locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
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