The Warehouse Operations Manager oversees the daily operations of warehouse activities, including process optimization, safety, workforce management, and financial oversight. This role focuses on maintaining operational excellence at a local level while aligning with corporate objectives. The Manager collaborates with cross-functional teams to achieve customer demands, improve KPIs, and foster a safe and efficient work environment.

Leadership

• Drive strategic initiatives aligned with site-specific goals and corporate objectives.
• Cultivate a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Lead initiatives to integrate digital transformation, including adopting warehouse management systems.

Operational Excellence

• Optimize workflows to ensure timely order fulfillment and shipment accuracy.
• Oversee inventory management and implement process improvements to reduce costs.
• Track and improve key safety, productivity, and quality performance metrics.

Financial Oversight

• Manage site P&L within the set budget; forecast monthly costs accurately.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining operational standards.

Workforce Management

• Oversee the scheduling, training, and performance of warehouse staff.
• Foster an inclusive environment that prioritizes employee development.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Act as the main point of contact for the Regional Logistics Director, corporate teams, and customers.
• Ensure alignment between site operations and larger organizational strategies.

Change Management

• Lead change management initiatives, including communication and training to ensure smooth adoption of new processes and technology.
• Drive cultural shift to embrace innovation and cross functional collaboration.

Risk & Compliance

• Maintain compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
• Proactively address risks and implement preventative measures.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Operations, or a related field (preferred).
• 3+ years of warehouse or distribution management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead small teams effectively and optimize operational performance.
• Strong understanding of warehouse processes, safety, and compliance.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in warehouse management systems and data-driven decision-making.

Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.com.

83 miles east of San Francisco, Stockton is a city on the San Joaquin River, in California’s Central Valley. The Haggin Museum features fine art and local history displays. Oak Grove Regional Park has trails, a nature center and a lake stocked with catfish. In nearby Lodi, Micke Grove Regional Park includes a Japanese garden, the San Joaquin County Historical Museum and Micke Grove Zoo. The Children’s Museum of Stockton offers hands-on exhibits.

The plant was built in 1981, manufactures paper cups, lids and folding food containers, and has approximately 400 employees.

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.  Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law.  For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call (847) 482-4320 or email TalentHelp@Pactiv.com.

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

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