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Director Warehouse Operations ASRS

Ken`s Foods

Mcdonough, Georgia

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$130,000–$155,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Alliance/Partner Marketing, Automation, Budgeting, Business Administration, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Consumer Packaged Goods, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cost Forecasting, Distribution Operations, Distribution Services, Distribution Warehousing, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Emerging Technology, FDA Requirements, FIFO, Forklift, Leadership, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Process Improvement, Profit & Loss Management, Regulatory Compliance, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain, System Integration (SI), Warehousing
QUALIFICATIONS
LOCATION
Mcdonough, Georgia
POSTED
29 days ago

Director of Warehouse Operations – McDonough, GA

  • Technical Expertise: Hands-on experience with advanced AS/RS technologies, WMS, and ERP systems. Proven success managing automated solutions such as shuttles, cranes, and forklifts required

The Role
We are seeking a seasoned Director of Warehouse Operations to lead our 24/7, high-volume distribution center in McDonough, GA. This critical leadership role will oversee the seamless integration of advanced ERP systems and automated storage solutions (AS/RS). The ideal candidate will serve as the architect of our fulfillment strategy, ensuring our CPG products move through the supply chain with safety, precision, and speed.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operational Excellence: Lead a 24/7 multi-shift operation, managing Shift Leaders and Supervisors to meet aggressive throughput targets while maintaining a safe, audit-ready, and highly engaged work environment.
  • Systems & Automation: Act as the subject matter expert for WMS platforms and optimize the performance of Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS). Drive adoption of emerging technologies, including visual load verification systems, to reduce shipping errors and outbound damages.
  • Strategic Planning: Develop and execute long-term scaling strategies, including labor planning, capital expenditures (CAPEX), and effective integration of automation technologies across internal teams and third-party partners.
  • CPG Precision: Ensure strict adherence to inventory accuracy standards, FIFO practices, and regulatory compliance (FDA, SQF) typical of the consumer packaged goods industry.
  • Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to eliminate waste and reduce dock-to-stock and order-to-ship cycle times.
  • Safety & Culture: Champion a “Safety First” culture across all shifts, ensuring OSHA compliance while fostering strong employee engagement and accountability.

Required Qualifications

  • Experience: 7+ years of progressive leadership in warehouse or distribution operations, including at least 2 years at the Director level within the CPG sector.
  • Technical Expertise: Hands-on experience with advanced AS/RS technologies, WMS, and ERP systems. Proven success managing automated solutions such as shuttles, cranes, and forklifts.
  • Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead large, diverse teams in a 24/7 operational environment.
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field (MBA or Master’s degree preferred).
  • Financial Acumen: Experience managing full P&L responsibilities, including budgeting, forecasting, and labor cost control.

The salary for this position is determined by a combination of experience, skills, and education level. The compensation range is 130,000- 155,000. this position is eligible for an annual bonus. 

Key Words:                          ASRS                 AS/RS              "Automated Storage and Retrieval System"

About the Company

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Ken`s Foods

Ken’s Foods is a dynamic company, family-owned and -operated since 1958. With four manufacturing plants strategically located, we employ over 1600 people throughout the U.S. We use high-quality ingredients to produce over one thousand varieties of dressings and sauces for both retail grocery and food service divisions.

We are committed to offer a work environment where safety and quality are the priority, as evidenced by our awarded SQF Level III certification. Because the health and wellness of our team is important to us, we provide excellent benefits and a friendly culture. We have a diverse customer base that is rapidly growing – a sign of our market acceptance and commitment to the consumer. Ken's Foods is a rewarding place to learn and grow through practical applications of food science, product development, and operations management.

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
["Operations"]
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Military Leave, On Site Cafeteria, Paid Sick Days, Parking, Performance Bonus, Prescription Drug Coverage, Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Tuition Reimbursement
FOUNDED
1958
WEBSITE
https://www.kensfoods.com/