Warehouse Manager

Warehouse ManagerReports To: Director of WarehouseLocation: On-site in Morganton, NCCompensation: The base salary for this role will depend on the candidate’s experience.About PATHPATH is on a mission to create a more sustainable future by becoming the go-to bottled water brand that helps break the addiction to single-use plastic. As global consumer demand for sustainable and reusable packaging continues to grow, PATH is leading the way with innovative, purpose-driven solutions that make a real impact.About The RoleThe Warehouse Manager is responsible for leading all day-to-day warehouse operations in a fast-paced CPG environment. This role oversees safety, training, inventory accuracy, labor planning, and the full lifecycle of inbound, outbound, and value-added activities.The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who builds strong teams, drives operational excellence, and ensures the warehouse consistently meets customer, regulatory, and company standards.We offer competitive benefits for all full-time team members, including:401k with a 6% employer matchFlexible Time Off policy12 company holidays + year-end company shutdownCommunications and wellness stipendsMedical, dental, and vision insuranceLong-term and short-term disability insuranceLife insuranceFlexible Time Off PolicyResponsibilitiesOperations Leadership:Oversee all warehouse functions including receiving, put-away, replenishment, picking, packing, shipping, and returnsEnsure daily operational targets are met (productivity, accuracy, on-time shipment, throughput)Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready warehouse environmentPartner cross-functionally with Planning, Customer Service, Transportation, and Production to ensure smooth flow of goodsSafety & Compliance:Own warehouse safety programs and ensure compliance with OSHA and company standardsConduct safety audits, incident investigations, and corrective action plansLead safety meetings and reinforce a strong safety cultureEnsure proper operation and certification of PIT/forklift equipmentPeople Leadership & Development:Supervise, coach, and develop warehouse associates and leadsBuild onboarding, cross-training, and certification programsProvide performance feedback and support employee developmentFoster a positive, high-performance team cultureInventory & Process Control:Ensure inventory accuracy through cycle counts and root cause analysisPartner with inventory control to maintain accuracy and reduce variancesOversee FIFO/FEFO execution and CPG traceability requirementsIdentify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costSystems & Reporting:Utilize WMS/ERP systems to manage workflows and maintain data integrityTrack and report daily/weekly/monthly KPIsEnsure accuracy of documentation (BOLs, COAs, shipment records, compliance documents)Qualifications5+ years of warehouse or distribution leadership experience (CPG, food, or beverage strongly preferred)Experience managing teams of 10–20+ employees in a high-volume environmentStrong understanding of OSHA and warehouse safety standardsExperience with WMS/ERP systems and KPI reportingStrong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skillsForklift/PIT certification preferredOur CommitmentWe are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. PATH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination under Federal law. For more information, please see EEO is the Law.Individual pay rate decisions are based on a number of factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, and balancing internal equity relative to peers at the company. We expect the majority of the candidates who are offered roles at our company to fall healthily throughout the range based on these factors. While the range above is for the expectations as laid out in the job description, the final offer amount will depend on the factors listed above.