Operations Manager

Company: Orepac Holding Company
Location: Tacoma
Posted on: May 17, 2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Operations ManagerPay & FSLA Status:--$120,000-$160,000; Base + KPI Bonus; annually DOE; Full-Time ExemptRegular Schedule & Shift: Monday - Friday, Day ShiftRegular Weekly Hours: Full-time/40 hours per week (overtime as needed)Paid Time Off (PTO):--80 hours accrued year 1; 120 hours accrued annually after year 1Paid Sick Time:--1 hour earned for every 40 hours workedManagement Position: YesBranch Location:--Tacoma, WA--POSITION SUMMARY:The Operations Manager is responsible for the daily management and administration of all activities related to the operation of the warehouse, door shop, and paint booth. This position is responsible for providing superior levels of management and leadership to a team of direct-reports and building an environment that focuses on employee engagement and OrePac's core values. This is a labor-intensive position that requires heavy lifting. Individuals are regularly on their feet throughout the day and may work at heights as required. Safety is a priority.OrePac Building Products seeks dynamic individuals who exemplify excellence in quality, trust, value, and service. Our ideal candidate for this position has a strong operations background, is detail-oriented, prioritizes safety, and has strong leadership, time management, and organization skills.COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PACKAGE:Competitive compensation, D.O.E. + opportunities for quarterly/annual performance bonuses based on branch/company/employee performance + annual reviews with opportunities for pay increases based on employee performance.--Medical, dental, and vision insurance up to 70% paid by OrePac.FREE Informed Health Line and Health Advocates.Health Spending Account (HSA) available with up to $1,000 annual OrePac contribution.Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available.FREE Employee Assistance Program (EAP).FREE life and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance.Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance available.Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness plans available.401K with up to 3.5% OrePac contribution.Paid time off (PTO) as specified above.Paid sick time as specified above.7 paid holidays annually.FREE gym membership.Employee discount.--ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Manage staffing in accordance with company policies and applicable state and federal laws, including:--Interviewing and hiring qualified candidates.Training, developing, and appraising employees (including new hire orientation and performance reviews).Planning, assigning, and directing work.Rewarding and disciplining employees (including termination).--Taking corrective action as necessary in a timely manner.Addressing complaints and resolving personnel issues.Establish operational policies and procedures to ensure the effective, efficient, and safe operations for the warehouse, door shop, and pre-finish departments. These policies and procedures must be consistent with OSHA standards. Responsible for coordination of training staff on these policies and procedures.Drive performance of established department goals and organize workforce to accomplish expected results within budget and on schedule.Review the effectiveness of operating procedures, maintenance, space utilization, and protection of equipment.Confer with department heads to ensure coordination of warehouse activities with activities of other functions such as production, sales, records control, and purchasing.Build a top-performing operational team and instill a culture of accountability, results, and flexibility in order to meet and/or exceed customer fulfillment expectations. Responsible for staffing of warehouse, door shop, and pre-finish personnel and assignments of duties.Inspect physical condition of warehouse and equipment.Prepare work orders for repairs and requisitions for replacement of equipment.Direct salvaging of damaged or used material.Develop and implement the company's safety program and plant protection activities to minimize industrial accidents and injuries.Establish and maintain a safe work environment per OSHA guidelines and emergency procedures.Act as an OrePac representative when working with safety and enforcement agencies regarding health and safety standards, fire regulations, environmental air, and water pollution codes.Responsible for meeting efficiency, production, and profitability standards as periodically established.Support the development of lean principles and training. Foster an environment of Continuous Improvement in all aspects of the business: People, Costs, Production, Safety, Environment, and Quality.Forklift duties may be assigned to this position. Any assigned forklift duties will first require taking and passing a forklift training course and obtaining a certificate. Forklift duties will include staging and/or stacking material neatly and safely, operating the forklift in a safe manner, filling the forklift with propane fuel, and regularly checking the forklift fluid levels.REQUIRED SKILLS:Experience in leading teams, including the ability to effectively and efficiently handle personnel conflicts while successfully driving company and department initiatives and goals.Ability to problem solve minor to complex challenges within the department utilizing the tools and resources available and escalate the matter to a manager when appropriate.Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor staff. Ability to encourage and model effective work habits and work effectively with diverse groups, individually or in a team environment. Ability to articulate direction and expectations to teammates in a clear and concise manner.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write routine reports and correspondence and the ability to speak effectively before groups of people consisting of employees, customers, and/or members of leadership.Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.Strong leadership and decision-making skills.Ability to communicate effectively with superiors, individuals, and groups both inside and outside the company.Effective stress management and strong personal skills under pressure.Excellent problem-solving techniques.Ability to maintain a safe work environment.Commitment to and demonstration of high ethical standards governing professional behavior and interactions.Effective management and interpersonal skills.Organization and multi-tasking skills.Ability to re-prioritize as necessary throughout the day with minimal supervision and effectively communicate changes to the team. Must be flexible and ready to adapt within a fast-paced working environment while maintaining quality results and achieving operational goals.Ability to read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations.Ability to adhere to all facets of safety policies and procedures, including wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as designated by OrePac's safety program. Ability to perform all essential responsibilities of job in a safe manner.--Ability to compute basic math problems to include addition, subtraction, and multiplication.Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.Mechanical aptitude. Experience with hand tools, power tools, and the ability to read a tape measure.REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:5 years of Operations Manager or related industry experience (preferred).Any combination of education, training, or experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position will be accepted in place of the education and/or experience requirements listed for this role.SAFETY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Report all incidents and accidents to one's immediate supervisor immediately or within 24 hours.Maintain the work area in a safe and healthful condition.Report, and whenever possible correct, unsafe working conditions to branch leadership.Operate vehicles while in the course of employment in a safe and lawful manner.Provide assistance to reduce or eliminate workplace hazards.Comply with company drug testing policies and procedures.Comply with company Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) policies. OrePac will provide required PPE to employees.OREPAC HISTORY & CULTURE:Founded by the Hart family in 1977, OrePac is a family-owned and operated wholesale building materials supplier providing product, sales, and technology solutions to the shelter industry.--At OrePac we value trust, integrity, and a dedication to excellence. That commitment can be found in the services we offer, the quality of the products we provide, and the way we treat our employees and customers. This dedication to our markets has enabled us to make a positive impact on the shelter industry and the communities we serve.--Our vision is to create trusted partnerships by providing quality products and maintaining strong relationships through unmatched service, operations, and logistics. Our mission: Make Complicated Simple---.LEGAL STATEMENTS:OrePac provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, OrePac complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.--This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.Regularly scheduled workdays, hours, and shifts are described above. Shift availability may vary. Hours may need to be extended or adjusted at any time, with or without notice, to meet the needs of the organization.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The required skills, education, experience, and physical demands listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform the essential functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.OrePac supports a safe and drug-free workplace. OrePac may administer a pre-employment background check and/or drug-screen, as well as random and/or reasonable suspicion drug-screens during employment.Employees are required to perform safety duties and responsibilities in accordance with acceptable and safe work procedures. OrePac's safety policy requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated safety-sensitive areas while on OrePac property. OrePac employees who handle or deliver OrePac products while not on OrePac property are required to adhere to OrePac's safety policy and use the required PPE necessary for their specific role.For job applicants only. Recruiters, don't contact us regarding this or any other job posting.KEY WORDS: Operations Manager, Assistant Operations Manager, Operations Supervisor, Operations Coordinator, Director of Operations, Operations Director, Warehouse Manager, Plant Supervisor, Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Assistant Operations Manager, Operations Supervisor, Operations Coordinator, Director of Operations, Operations Director, Warehouse Manager, Plant Supervisor, Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Assistant Operations Manager, Operations Supervisor, Operations Coordinator, Director of Operations, Operations Director, Warehouse Manager, Plant Supervisor, Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Assistant Operations Manager, Operations Supervisor, Operations Coordinator, Director of Operations, Operations Director, Warehouse Manager, Plant Supervisor, Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Assistant Operations Manager, Operations Supervisor, Operations Coordinator, Director of Operations, Operations Director, Warehouse Manager, Plant Supervisor, Plant ManagerCompensation details: 120000-160000 Yearly SalaryPI86f55cafac48-25660-37671340

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