Warehouse Manager

The Warehouse Manager leads Darigold's Jerome Plant warehouse operations, focusing on continuous improvement, innovation, and people development. This role ensures efficient supply chain operations - including supply receiving, warehousing, inventory management, production planning, load-out, and logistics - while fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, and accountability. The Warehouse Manager plays a critical role in shaping a high-performance culture that supports Darigold's mission to Lead Dairy Forward through operational excellence, sustainability, and empowered teams.

What You Will Do

• Develop and oversee the annual Operating Expense Budget for the warehouse, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with plant and corporate objectives.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity using Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven performance metrics.
• Oversee warehouse infrastructure, systems, and technology upgrades to optimize material flow and ensure readiness for future operational needs.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with production, maintenance, engineering, and quality to maintain smooth daily operations and achieve shared goals.
• Champion sustainability in warehouse operations by reducing energy use, waste, and carbon footprint where feasible.
• Model authentic leadership and foster a culture of safety, respect, and inclusion.
• Develop team members through coaching, mentoring, and formal training programs; build clear succession and growth pathways.
• Partner with Human Resources on recruitment, performance management, and employee relations matters to ensure a supportive and equitable work environment.
• Lead through transparent communication - conducting regular team meetings, setting clear expectations, and celebrating wins.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and all relevant state and federal safety regulations.
• Collaborate with the DPS Safety Pillar Team to proactively identify and eliminate hazards, reinforcing a "safety first" mindset at all levels.
• Monitor warehouse ergonomics and promote well-being initiatives to prevent injuries and fatigue.
• Set and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory accuracy, order fulfillment, safety, and employee engagement.
• Review monthly financial and operational metrics; identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities.
• Maintain rigorous internal controls and ensure accurate, real-time inventory data.
• Coordinate material deliveries and pickups efficiently to support production and customer requirements.
• Ensure operational readiness and resilience during variable schedules, including weekends and off-shifts as needed.

What You Bring:

• Strong leadership presence with a collaborative, people-first approach. • Proven ability to design and execute strategic operational plans. • Excellent communication and analytical skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights. • Deep understanding of warehouse systems (ERP/WMS) and continuous improvement methodologies. • Sound judgment and diplomacy when handling complex challenges or conflicts. • Commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and belonging within the team.

Nice to Have's

• Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience). • Minimum 3 years of leadership experience in manufacturing, logistics, or warehouse operations. • Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement frameworks. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/WMS software (SAP preferred).

Benefits of Working at Darigold

We understand that, as an employee, the benefits that support you and your family, both in and out of work, are important. We are proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards package that includes:

• 401K with competitive employer matching
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits (employee and employer share contribution amount)
• Employer paid life & disability coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 8 weeks (about 2 months) paid paternal Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Premium pay for off shifts (night, swing) and vacation relief (where applicable)

Our Commitment to Diversity

Achieving our vision to Lead Dairy Forward requires cultivating and supporting a team with varying backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to providing a workplace based on mutual respect, where all employees feel included and can bring their best, authentic selves to work every day. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. As a condition of

employment, applicants offered a role will be required to pass our pre-employment background screen successfully, receive a negative drug screen result & confirm eligibility to work in the U.S. We participate in E-Verify - please follow the links for details, English / Spanish & view our Right to Work Statement, English / Spanish.