First Quality was founded in 1989 and, in nearly three decades, has grown to be a global privately held company with over 4,000 employees. Its corporate offices are located in Great Neck, New York, with manufacturing facilities and offices in Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Georgia, and Canada. First Quality is a diversified family of companies manufacturing consumer products ranging from Absorbent Hygiene (adult incontinence, feminine care, and baby care), Tissue (bath and towel), and Industrial (print and packaging materials), serving institutional and retail markets throughout the world. First Quality focuses on private label and branded product lines.

Our core business philosophy is built on a proud culture driven by safety and quality, respect, humility, integrity, customer focus, and teamwork. With leading edge manufacturing technologies and processes and visionary leadership, First Quality is positioned to continue significant growth in the coming years. We are seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager for our First Quality Products. This position will be located in McElhattan, PA .

This position is responsible for directing and controlling warehouse activities to ensure the efficient and economical utilization of the facilities for storing and distributing raw materials and finished goods inventories. Plans and schedules department functions to ensure the prompt delivery of product. To promote and ensure the safe operation of all warehouse activities and warehouse operations.

Principal Accountabilities/ Responsibilities:

• Oversees housekeeping, the organization of the finished goods/raw materials and switching operations.
• Follow necessary GMP, FDA, and ISO regulations/ guidelines.
• Maintain and adhere to company policies, safety standards, and good housekeeping practices.
• Develop and implement the appropriate O.S.H.A. policies and procedures.
• Direct maintenance of warehouse facilities and operational equipment.
• Organize month-end/year-end raw materials and finished goods inventory.
• Maintain economical and efficient control of internal and outside warehouse operations.
• Manage hourly and salary recruitment for the warehouse operations.
• Internal layout and design of all warehousing operations.
• Oversee and recommend technological upgrades for all warehouse operations.
• Develop procedures and policies for all warehouse operations.
• Negotiate vendor pricing for the warehouse operations.
• Manage forklift lease/equipment maintenance programs for all warehouse operations.
• Process and post all pertinent warehouse activity reports and cost control measures.
• Promote and drive safety initiatives for all warehouse operations.
• Develop and drive special projects assigned by Directors.
• Plan and organize the fiscal budgeting processes for all warehouse operations.
• Communicate KPI’s and develop plans to meet or exceed customer’s expectations.

Education and experience requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or a related transportation field or equivalent years of experience.
• Seven to ten years’ experience in a supervisory/management position with responsibility of direct reports in Warehouse Management or Supply Chain.
• Experience with MES, SAP, QW, and Eqcm preferred.
• ISO/FDA experience preferred.
• Standard knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong interpersonal skills, problem solving skills, and communication skills.

Excellent compensation and benefit package!

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First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.