[US DC] Area Manager I, Warehouse

Area Manager, WarehouseFactor_, a brand of HelloFresh, is seeking an Area Manager, Warehouse to support their Aurora, IL team. In this position:You will:Oversee the strategic operations within the functional areas of receiving, shipping, storage/distribution of goods, and logistics.Direct activities and provide coaching and guidance to associates, leads, and supervisors.Work alongside and with the team, providing guidance as needed to ensure maximum productivity.Work with senior management to complete the given directives of the company.Responsible for ensuring compliance with all safety, GMP and SQF policies/procedures, as well as adherence to PPE/hygiene policies.This managerial position is expected to cultivate a culture in line with Hello Fresh's core values.Ensure a high level of internal and external customer service. Investigate (and correct) customer issues and complaints.Manages the department engaged in essential warehouse functions (receiving, shipping, and distribution) to ensure high productivity and high technical integrity.Performing internal audits.Coordinate objectives with production procedures in cooperation with other plant managers to maximize product reliability and minimize costs.Create and implement processes and procedures.Relay quality philosophy to all warehouse personnel.Maintain active role on internal continuous improvement teams.Design, develop and implement warehousing training programs based on quarterly performance reviews.Interact with procurement to ensure adequate supply of all inventory and ingredients.Addressing nonconformities from previous internal and external audits.Conducting a management review of the warehouse essential functions.Following-up on and closing pending preventive and corrective action requests.Ensuring that documentation and design controls are appropriate for organization.Assisting the management team and provide support as necessary.Provide all employees with necessary tools, proper training and corrective direction.You are:A Leader: train and develop a large group of employeesPerformance Manager of warehouse employeesProblem Solver/AnalyticalDetailed Oriented and Results DrivenCommunicator: speak to employees with tact and diplomacyTime Manager: tracking/monitoring production and maintaining productivityTechnical: computer literacy to input information into the computerAble to take direction and relay information to employeesAt a minimum, you have:Associate's degree or related management work experience.At least 5 years of work experience in warehouse management, should be combined with a demonstrated track-record of accomplishments as a manager, and with satisfying customers in technology-driven, developing companies.You'll get:Competitive hourly rate, 401K company match that vests immediately upon participation, & team bonus opportunitiesGenerous PTO and flexible attendance policyComprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employmentUp to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)Access to Employee Resource Groups that are open to all employees, including those pertaining to BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chainIllinois Pay Range $58,800 — $63,000 USD