Warehouse & Logistics Manager

First-McNess Company is hiring a full-time Warehouse & Logistics Manager for our Storm Lake, IA location.  

  

Starting Pay: Compensation will be determined by relevant experience and the interview process 

Pay Type: Salary, paid bi-weekly 

Core Work Schedule:  Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, day hours 

Work Setting: Onsite, office/warehouse/production environment 

Work Location: 2000 Expansion Blvd, Storm Lake, IA 50588 

Benefit Package: We offer a comprehensive benefits program designed to promote health, financial security, and work‑life balance. See our benefits summary below.   

  

POSITION SUMMARY:   

The Warehouse & Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing daily warehouse operations and transportation logistics to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate product flow. This role leads warehouse staff and drivers, manages inventory and shipping activities, and coordinates delivery routing to meet customer needs. The position combines leadership, operational oversight, and hands‑on support. 

  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Oversee warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, picking, staging, and shipping of products  

• Manage inventory accuracy, stock rotation, and proper product handling procedures  

• Plan and coordinate delivery routes, dispatch schedules, and transportation logistics  

• Supervise, train, coach, and schedule warehouse employees and drivers  

• Monitor operational performance and address issues related to productivity, safety, and service  

• Ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment and delivery to customers  

• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations (DOT, OSHA, etc.)  

• Coordinate with internal teams to align warehouse and delivery operations with business needs  

• Maintain organized facilities, equipment, and documentation to support efficient operations  

• Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance workflow, efficiency, and service levels  

• Performs other duties as assigned  

 

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• High school diploma or equivalent  

• Additional training or education in logistics, supply chain, or a related field preferred  

• 3+ years of experience in warehouse, shipping/receiving, logistics, or transportation operations, with leadership or supervisory experience preferred  

• Strong understanding of inventory management, routing, and dispatching practices  

• Maintain a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record  

• CDL preferred but not required  

• Excellent leadership and coaching skills  

• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills  

• Basic computer skills for tracking operations, inventory, and reporting  

• Read, write, and speak English and perform basic math calculations    

• Willingness to work in an indoor warehouse environment with temperatures fluctuations due to seasonal weather conditions  

• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs., and perform physical tasks as needed  

 

Note: Job responsibilities may change over time based on business needs.  

  

About Furst-McNess Company:   

For more than a century, Furst-McNess Company has been a trusted leader in animal nutrition, delivering innovative feed, mineral, and management solutions to livestock producers across the United States. Our longstanding commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional customer service guides everything we do. We bring together deep industry expertise and a people‑first culture built on safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Above all, we are dedicated to “Doing What’s Right” for animals, producers, and the future of agriculture. Learn more about us at https://www.mcness.com/  

• Locations: We have facilities and offices located throughout the United States, as well as an office in London, Ontario, Canada.  

  

Our Culture:    

At Furst-McNess, we strive to:    

• Understand that being great is a choice   

• Never settle for average or “good enough”   

• Relentlessly search for ways to serve our customers better   

• Work as a team   

• Value and respect one another   

• Earn trust through our actions   

• Act in a sage and professional manner at all times   

• Conduct ourselves with the highest level of integrity   

• Deliver on the commitments we make   

• Invest in our professional and personal development   

• Maintain a positive work environment that promotes success   

• Have fun and celebrate our successes  

  

Benefit Package Summary:  

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance  

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)   

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match up to 5%  

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Floating Holidays   

• 100% Company-Paid Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, with additional coverage options for employees and dependents  

• Fitness Reimbursement, $200 annually  

• Safety Boot Reimbursement  

• PPE provided