Warehouse Manager-Day Shift

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• Louisa, VA, Salary Range: $50000.00 - $60000.00Salary/year, Warehouse Manager
• Day Shift About Cavalier Produce Cavalier Produce is a locally owned and operated wholesale distributor specializing in fresh produce and specialty food products. For more than 15 years, our leadership team has cultivated a fast-paced, collaborative, and customer-focused environment where employees can build rewarding careers. We are committed to delivering exceptional products and service while fostering a culture rooted in teamwork, accountability, integrity, and operational excellence.

Position Summary

The Warehouse Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing all day-shift warehouse operations within a refrigerated and temperature-controlled environment. This role ensures the safe, efficient, and accurate handling, storage, and distribution of fresh produce and specialty food products while maintaining compliance with all food safety, regulatory, and company standards.

The Warehouse Manager provides leadership to warehouse personnel, drives operational performance, and works collaboratively across departments to ensure customer expectations, productivity goals, and service standards are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse Operations Management Direct and oversee daily warehouse activities, including receiving, put-away, storage, inventory control, order selection, packing, loading, and shipping. Ensure adherence to temperature-control requirements and cold-chain integrity standards. Coordinate staffing, workflow, and resources to meet operational demands and delivery schedules.

Monitor inventory accuracy and product rotation utilizing FIFO and FEFO inventory practices. Collaborate with Purchasing, Transportation, Sales, and Customer Service teams to support seamless operations. Leadership & Team Development Lead, motivate, and develop supervisors, team leads, and warehouse associates. Recruit, onboard, train, coach, and evaluate team members to ensure high performance and engagement.

Manage employee performance, attendance, and disciplinary matters in accordance with company policies. Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement. Safety, Compliance & Quality Assurance Ensure compliance with OSHA, FDA, USDA, GMP, HACCP, and all applicable food safety regulations.

Conduct routine safety audits, warehouse inspections, and temperature monitoring procedures. Lead incident investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions. Enforce proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to cold-storage safety protocols. Equipment & Facility Management Oversee the safe operation and maintenance of material handling equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.

Coordinate facility repairs, preventive maintenance programs, and vendor services. Maintain warehouse cleanliness, organization, and compliance with sanitation standards. Partner with maintenance personnel to ensure refrigeration systems and warehouse infrastructure operate efficiently. Performance Management & Continuous Improvement Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), including inventory accuracy, order accuracy, labor productivity, safety performance, and inventory shrink.

Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels. Implement process improvements and best practices to support operational excellence. Scheduling & Operational Coverage Participate in a rotating weekend management schedule to support continuous warehouse operations. Adjust staffing plans to ensure appropriate coverage during weekends, holidays, and peak operational periods.

Serve as the primary management contact during assigned weekend shifts. Essential Attendance Requirements This position is designated as an essential operational leadership role. Regular and reliable attendance is required. The Warehouse Manager is expected to report to work during inclement weather and emergency situations when operations remain open.

Attendance expectations are governed by the Company's Inclement Weather and Attendance Policies. Failure to meet attendance requirements may result in corrective action.

Qualifications

Required Minimum of three (3) years of warehouse operations experience, preferably within a refrigerated or food distribution environment. Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or management experience. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Ability to obtain forklift certification.

Preferred Experience in fresh produce, food distribution, or cold-chain logistics operations. Working knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS). Understanding of inventory control methodologies, including FIFO and FEFO practices. Physical & Environmental Requirements Ability to work in refrigerated and freezer environments for extended periods.

Ability to lift, push, pull, and move up to 50 pounds. Frequent standing, walking, bending, and equipment operation throughout the workday. Ability to safely navigate warehouse environments and work around powered industrial equipment.

Benefits

Cavalier Produce offers a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, wellness, and financial security of our employees, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Paid Time Off (PTO) 401(k) Retirement Plan Four (4) Paid Holidays Additional voluntary benefits and employee programs Cavalier Produce is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and professionalism.

Qualifications

Qualifications Required Minimum of three (3) years of warehouse operations experience, preferably within a refrigerated or food distribution environment. Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or management experience. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Ability to obtain forklift certification. Preferred Experience in fresh produce, food distribution, or cold-chain logistics operations. Working knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS). Understanding of inventory control methodologies, including FIFO and FEFO practices. Physical & Environmental Requirements Ability to work in refrigerated and freezer environments for extended periods.

Ability to lift, push, pull, and move up to 50 pounds. Frequent standing, walking, bending, and equipment operation throughout the workday. Ability to safely navigate warehouse environments and work around powered industrial equipment.