1st Shift Warehouse Manager

About All Surfaces Together, We Are More. All Surfaces is a leading distributor of flooring and flooring installation products, proudly serving the Upper-Midwest and Mountain West for over 76 years. Our commitment to our Core Values—People First, Do Right, Go Beyond, Always Improve, & Let’s Go!—drives our success as we support residential and commercial flooring contractors, builders, and retailers across 16 states.   Position Summary We are immediately seeking a Warehouse Manager who is proactive, innovative, and analytical with a sense of urgency and the ability to work independently and as a team to strive towards operational success. Lead a team by setting productivity goals, placing inventory orders, setting up systems and communications within the warehouse, directing shipments, and resolving logistical challenges.   Branch: All Tile - CCS in Wood Dale, IL Work Schedule: 1st Shift 8:00am-5:00pm Pay: $65,000-$80,00 depending on experience    Responsibilities * Lead and develop all warehouse staff to create a positive and engaged team environment. * Motivate the warehouse staff to meet and exceed our customers’ expectations as reviewed during routine huddles. * Establish and reinforce operational, delivery, and warehouse safety, maintenance, compliance, and cleanliness standards. * Manage warehouse associates, monitoring work and ensuring the safe use of warehouse equipment. * Verify orders for accuracy and quality at every stage of receiving and shipping process. * Operate all equipment necessary for material handling such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and other relevant equipment. * Follow shipping and receiving standard operating procedures (SOP) for both paperwork and electronic systems processes. * Recommends maintenance, mechanical, electrical, and facility design modifications to warehouses, buildings, and grounds. * Organize warehouse space and inventory to meet safety, efficiency, and inventory control standards for storage and transport. * Monitor drop points and remote warehouse locations and coordinate with other branches to ensure high customer service. * Fosters strong communication between employees, management, and other departments. * Able to operate fully as a backup in all warehouse positions. * Carry out other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned or required. Qualifications Education & Experience * High school diploma or equivalent degree. * Minimum of 5 years of warehouse experience in retail, wholesale trade, or similar environment. * Some supervisor/management experience. * Forklift experience and/or certification. * Proficient with all technology and inventory control systems. Other Qualifications * In-depth understanding of the industry and best practices for warehouse operation. * Experience in the flooring industry is a plus. * Excellent attention to detail with consistent, accurate, and quality work output. * Team player, who respectfully and courteously interacts with other team members to encourage positive results. * Ability to walk or stand for a long period. * Must be able to regularly lift to 75Ibs. * Able to wear work boots and meet the standard of the company’s workplace safety (if applicable). * Be able to pass a background check and drug test for pre-employment screening. * Legally permitted to work in the United States.