Warehouse Manager at Golden State Foods in Kent, WA

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Description ABOUT QCD: Established in 2006, Quality Custom Distribution Services LLC (QCD), a subsidiary of GSF, is a custom last-mile distribution company specializing in tailored solutions for selected food service Industry customers. Headquartered in Frisco, Texas, QCD services thousands of restaurants throughout the United States. Providing over 37,000 deliveries a week from 25 strategically located distribution centers, the QCD fleet averages more than 40 million miles driven per year. QCD associates also help run a national non-profit, the GSF Foundation. At QCD, every role drives success. Whether you're preparing orders, making deliveries, mapping routes, or managing warehouses, you're part of a dynamic team that keeps America's favorite restaurants running. Beyond offering logistics jobs, we build careers and fuel the future of foodservice distribution.​ Warehouse Manager – Seattle, WA What You’ll Do: You’ll lead all aspects of warehouse operations within a fast-paced distribution center, ensuring inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, quality standards, and team performance exceed expectations. This role is about driving results through people, processes, and continuous improvement while maintaining a safe, compliant, and customer-focused operation. In This Role, You’ll: • Lead day-to-day warehouse operations, including receiving, inventory control, storage, shipping, and overall warehouse performance within a multi-temperature distribution environment • Analyze operational and labor performance data to ensure productivity, quality, service, and inventory objectives are achieved or exceeded • Lead, coach, and develop a team of approximately 45-50 associates through subordinate supervisors, fostering a high-performance and inclusive culture • Support hiring, training, employee development, performance management, and retention initiatives to build a motivated workforce • Audit warehouse, shipping, receiving, and inventory control processes and implement improvements to enhance accuracy, availability, sanitation, security, and efficiency • Ensure compliance with company, customer, and regulatory requirements, including OSHA, HACCP, AIB, DOT, and food safety standards • Develop and manage departmental budgets, control operating expenses, and oversee the maintenance and utilization of material handling equipment • Partner with leadership, customers, vendors, and cross-functional teams by providing operational reporting, business analysis, and support for strategic projects and continuous improvement initiatives What You’ll Bring: • 7+ years of progressive warehouse operations experience, including receiving, inventory control, storage, and shipping within a distribution center environment • 3-5 years of leadership experience managing warehouse teams in a fast-paced operation • Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management systems, warehouse racking systems, and food distribution practices • Working knowledge of OSHA, HACCP, AIB, DOT, and other safety and regulatory requirements applicable to warehouse operations • Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate diverse teams while managing labor planning, performance, and employee engagement initiatives • Experience managing budgets, controlling operational costs, and driving continuous improvement through data analysis and problem-solving • Proficiency with warehouse management systems, inventory control software, Microsoft Office applications, and AS400 systems preferred • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered. Food service or food distribution experience is a plus. The Schedule & Setting: • Full-time, on-site leadership role within a temperature-controlled distribution center environment, including dry, refrigerated, and freezer areas • Supports a 24/7 operation with flexibility required for evenings, weekends, holidays, and business needs • Leads warehou