Operations Manager in Riverside, California at COFREIGHT INC

Operations Manager

Riverside, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Rate of Pay: $85k - $90k/yr

We're looking for an Operations Manager to join our team, where you'll lead warehouse operations, develop high-performing teams, and drive the operational excellence that supports our customers and business objectives. Success in this role means delivering strong results across safety, productivity, quality, inventory accuracy, and customer service while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

This role is ideal for a strategic and hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced distribution environments, enjoys developing people, and can effectively balance operational performance, workforce management, and customer expectations.

Your Impact:

As an Operations Manager, you will:

• Lead daily warehouse operations across receiving, inventory, value-added services, order fulfillment, and shipping to ensure service, productivity, and quality goals are achieved.
• Manage, coach, and develop supervisors, leads, and associates while building a culture centered on safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Monitor operational performance metrics, labor utilization, and customer service levels, implementing proactive solutions to improve efficiency and drive results.
• Partner with customers, warehouse leadership, and cross-functional teams to address operational challenges, support business growth, and maintain strong service performance.
• Oversee workforce planning, staffing strategies, and labor management to optimize productivity while controlling operational costs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, efficiency, inventory accuracy, employee engagement, and overall warehouse performance.

What You Bring to the Table:

• 4+ years of warehouse, distribution, logistics, or 3PL experience, including at least 2 years in a management role leading supervisors and frontline teams.
• Experience managing warehouse operations, labor planning, inventory control, productivity, and customer service performance.
• Strong leadership, coaching, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to lead multiple teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), operational reporting tools, Microsoft Office applications, and data-driven decision-making.
• Financial acumen with experience managing labor costs, productivity metrics, and operational budgets.
• Flexibility to support business needs, including varying schedules, peak operational periods, and critical customer situations as required.

About UNIS:

UNIS accelerates logistics success through a powerful, technology-driven Transportation Management System designed to deliver exceptional control, real-time visibility, and scalable adaptability across complex supply chain networks. We are committed to elevating both our people and our operations, continuously pushing toward higher standards of performance and innovation.

As our clients partner with UNIS, the relationship extends far beyond transactional logistics support. We serve as a strategic partner, unlocking a suite of value-added services powered by advanced analytics, intelligent automation, and data-driven insights. By unifying transportation, assets, and information through AI-enabled technology, UNIS helps clients optimize decision-making, enhance operational efficiency, and drive smarter, more resilient supply chains.

Perks & Benefits:

• We believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally. Our benefits include:
• Competitive health benefits
• Paid time off in accordance with company policy and applicable state requirements
• Leadership and professional development programs
• Opportunities to build AI literacy through hands-on use of intelligent systems and automation that support human, data-driven decision-making.
• Internal growth and career mobility opportunities
• Free luncheons and on-site team events

Use of AI & Technology:

UNIS leverages AI-enabled tools and automation to enhance efficiency, insights, and decision support across our operations. These tools are designed to support human judgment—not replace it. All employment-related decisions, including hiring, performance management, and career development, are made by people, guided by data, experience, and our company values.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. UNIS promotes diversity and inclusivity in all forms, which helps to shape our company culture and industry leading third-party logistics. UNIS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees, and we proudly support the Crown Act.

Please note that all applicants are subject to background checks prior to hire, and are required to provide proof of employment eligibility upon hire. The Company may participate in E-Verify, where applicable.

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