Grocery/Warehouse Manager

CW’s Core Values: Mission Driven, Teamwork Makes Us Stronger, & Everyone Brings Value!

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Work Schedule:

• Monday–Saturday: 8:00 PM until all warehouse work is completed.
• Sunday: 5:00 PM until all warehouse work is completed.
• Schedule: Days may vary based on business needs.

When the sun goes down, our warehouse comes alive. Pallets move, trucks unload, and a dedicated team works together to make sure every store starts the next day fully stocked. If you’re looking for a hands-on night shift job, leading a team with adults with all abilities, then APPLY to our night shift Grocery Store Warehouse Manager/Project Manager! In this role, you’ll guide night operations with confidence, compassion, and a steady hand:

• Lead, coach, and support an overnight team made up of employees of all abilities, ensuring everyone has the skills they need to succeed.
• Manage all core warehouse operations, including receiving, replenishment, picking, staging, and outbound loading.
• Oversee employee scheduling, adjust staffing based on call-outs, and ensure coverage across all warehouse functions.
• Manage and track employees’ nightly case‑count KPIs, provide coaching when targets aren’t met, and communicate key performance updates to leadership.
• Interview, hire, and train new team members, including facilitating a smooth and welcoming onboarding experience.
• Handle employee relations matters professionally and escalate issues to HR when appropriate.
• Maintain full compliance with food safety standards, OSHA regulations, and company policies while ensuring the warehouse remains clean, organized, and safe throughout the shift.
• Step in as a stocker, custodian, or general warehouse associate when the team needs an extra set of hands.

Day in the Life of a Commissary Project Manager:

• Begin the shift by reviewing nightly goals, and leading a quick huddle to set expectations, assign work zones, and reinforce safety.
• Supervise the team throughout the night, offering coaching, addressing concerns, and supporting onboarding and cross‑training to maintain strong morale and productivity.
• Oversee product flow from receiving to the floor, ensuring timely unloading, accurate stocking, proper rotation, organized back‑stock, and prompt replenishment of high‑demand items.
• Manage break schedules, conduct quality and safety checks, and escalate inventory discrepancies, damages, or hazards to the appropriate leaders.
• Wrap up the shift with a clean, organized, compliant warehouse ready for the next crew.

What You Need to Be Successful:

• Minimum of 2 - 3 years of warehouse or distribution center experience, ideally in grocery or food-handling environments.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a high-volume, fast-paced setting.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory flow, and order fulfillment processes.
• Ability to support and lead team members of all abilities with patience, clarity, and respect.
• Ability to interpret KPI data, case counts, and overall shift performance metrics to guide decision‑making.
• Basic understanding of OSHA safety practices and regulatory requirements.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Valid Real ID.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain government base access.

Bonus If You Have These Skills:

• Experience managing overnight or off-shift teams.
• Experience working with adults with disabilities.
• Clear, supportive communication that builds trust and keeps the team aligned.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, especially with diverse teams and varying ability levels.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making under pressure.
• Strong time management and prioritization across multiple operational demands.
• Ability to stay calm and make quick, effective decisions under pressure.

Why You'll Love This Job:

• A monthly incentive of up to $1,000 based on performance metrics.
• You’ll be a part of a mission-driven team that values your hard work and helps you grow.
• Access to an Employee Wellness Coordinator and robust wellness program that support your health and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for advancement—grow your career with us!

Take a glimpse into why CW might be the right place for you:

Explore Our Generous Benefits Package:

• Employer Sponsored Benefits Includes:
  • Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision.
  • Telemedicine.
  • Retirement Plan & Match Options.
  • Disability Plans.
  • Life Insurance.
  • Paid Holidays & Vacation.
  • Sick & Personal Time.
• Voluntary Benefits Offered Includes:
  • Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness & Voluntary Life.

Physical, Mental, Emotional, & Environmental:

• Lifting: Lift, carry, and move boxes, crates, and products weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Movement: Bend, reach, squat, twist, and kneel to stock items on low and high shelving.
• Standing/Walking: Remain on your feet for most of the shift, walking and standing on hard warehouse floors.
• Pushing/Pulling: Push and pull loaded carts, pallets, and trolleys requiring moderate physical effort.
• Manual Dexterity: Use hands to open boxes, handle small items, scan products, and operate basic equipment.
• Climbing: Safely use ladders or step stools to access elevated storage areas.
• Environment: Work indoors across varying temperature zones, including stockrooms, coolers, and freezer areas.
• Noise: Tolerate background noise from equipment, machinery, and warehouse activity.
• Materials Exposure: Work around dust, cardboard, and packing materials while maintaining a clean workspace.
• Safety Awareness: Stay alert to hazards such as wet or slippery floors and follow all safety protocols.
• Interpersonal Support: Demonstrate patience, professionalism, and emotional resilience when supporting team members with varying abilities.
• Situational Awareness: Maintain awareness of surroundings to ensure safety, workflow continuity, and task completion.
• Adaptability: Adjust quickly to changing priorities and solve problems effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Reasonable accommodations can be provided.

CW’s Core Values: Mission Driven, Teamwork Makes Us Stronger, & Everyone Brings Value!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made based on individual qualifications, merit, and business needs , without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Company Overview: CW Resources, a part of CW Group, is a national non-profit organization that has been delivering mission-driven, high-quality services for more than 60 years. We are committed to fostering a supportive and respectful workplace where every employee is valued for their unique contributions. We’re proud to offer a wide range of services, from vocational rehabilitation programs to delivering healthy food options through the Meals on Wheels program. Our dedication to empowering individuals and strengthening communities drives everything we do, and we continue to work toward a brighter, more welcoming future for all.

Pay Transparency Disclaimer: We are committed to pay transparency. Compensation for this role is determined in good faith and based on job‑related factors such as skills, experience, education, and internal equity, in accordance with applicable law. Employees and applicants may request additional compensation information as permitted by law.

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