Director Of Operations
Aerotek
Posted Saturday, April 25, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005985103
Hiring Director of Operations!
1st shift 7a-4p (M-F) (OT as needed)
$65k
Job Description
The Director of Operations is responsible for the effective management of all warehouse activities at the facility, including overseeing receiving, storage, order fulfillment, shipping, safety, and workforce management. This role is crucial in driving operational efficiency, maintaining service level commitments to customers, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and company safety standards. The Director of Operations plays a pivotal role in scaling the facility as the company expands its product lines.
Responsibilities
- Direct daily warehouse operations across receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and shipping functions.
- Manage labor planning, shift scheduling, and workload balancing to meet throughput targets.
- Monitor and drive KPIs including units per hour, order accuracy, dock-to-stock time, and on-time shipping rate.
- Oversee MaddenCo and RT Systems configuration, workflow optimization, and system issue resolution.
- Coordinate container scheduling, carrier appointments, and outbound logistics.
- Own facility safety program including OSHA compliance and emergency action planning.
- Conduct safety audits, incident investigations, and root cause analysis.
- Ensure all associates maintain current equipment certifications (clamp trucks, forklifts, order pickers).
- Manage DOT code compliance, tire aging protocols, and product quality standards.
- Maintain safety documentation including training records, inspection logs, and incident reports.
- Recruit, onboard, and train warehouse staff using the 90-day structured training program.
- Conduct performance reviews (90-day, annual) and administer performance improvement plans as needed.
- Develop shift supervisors and team leads through coaching, mentoring, and progressive responsibility.
- Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and safety awareness.
- Oversee inventory accuracy through cycle count programs, variance analysis, and root cause resolution.
- Manage SKU catalog integrity.
- Ensure FIFO rotation by DOT manufacture date and compliance.
- Direct disposition of damaged, defective, and expired product.
- Support network expansion planning and new facility setup.
- Evaluate and recommend equipment purchases, lease renewals, and capital expenditures.
- Manage facility maintenance, vendor relationships, and service contracts.
- Prepare operational reports and budget forecasts.
Essential Skills
- Experience in tire distribution, automotive aftermarket, or specialty logistics.
- Familiarity with agricultural equipment or rubber track products.
- Experience with multi-site warehouse operations.
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification.
- Six Sigma, Lean, or continuous improvement certification.
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Project management skills.
- Production management expertise.
- Leadership communication proficiency.
- Supervision capabilities.
- Warehouse management experience.
If interested in this opportunity please contact Chris Washington at Aerotek (864) 607-9059 or email resume to cwashington @aerotek.com for faster response.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Anderson, SC.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $65000.00/yr.
Compensation & Benefits Salary range: $60,000-$100,000, commensurate with experience/scale varies based on location Benefits: Health Insurance, PTO, 401(k), etc.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Anderson,SC.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 9, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Contact Information
Recruiter: Washington, Christopher
Email: cwashington@aerotek.com
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