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Distribution Center Manager - Pittsburgh

Job Details

Level

Management

Job Location

Plant 359 - Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh, PA

Position Type

Full-Time

Education Level

Not Specified

Salary Range

$70000.00 - $80000.00 Salary

Travel Percentage

Driving

Job Shift

Overnight/Early Morning

Job Category

General Labor

What the Role Is

PCF is hiring a confident and operationally driven Night Shift Distribution Center Manager to lead our overnight team at our Pittsburgh, PA location. In this role, you'll oversee safe, accurate, and efficient operations both in the warehouse environment and final mile delivery. Your team consists of employees and independent contractors. This is a seven-day operation withwarehouse hours starting at 9PM.

This role is not just about keeping the shift running and achieving optimum results, you'll be making an impact at a foundational level. You'll be trusted to handle challenges independently, from driving operational performance inclusive of completing territory deliveries daily to resolving employee relations issues, all while fostering an environment built on respect, fairness, and accountability.

Who fits the role?

+ Experienced Leader: You bring at least 5 years in warehouse and final mile operations successfully managing teams consisting of employees and independent contractors. You've led overnight or third-shift teams and understand how to motivate and support them

+ Proven Builder: You have a history of success in building operational excellence from the ground up

+ Decisive and Confident: You're comfortable making important decisions on your own during the shift, ensuring safety, fairness, and productivity even without direct senior leadership or HR support on site

+ Inclusive Leader: You respect and value people from all cultures and backgrounds, building trust and belonging so teammates feel supported and teams thrive

+ High Integrity: You set clear boundaries, stick to them, and hold yourself and others accountable while modeling the behavior you expect

+ Tech Savvy: You are proficient in Microsoft office tools and can adapt to industry leading software, which is critical to our daily work

+ “Can do” Mindset: You're comfortable with ambiguity and thrive in fast-moving, ever-changing environments. You know how to build structure and processes in places where they don't yet exist

+ Operational Expert: You bring deep expertise in warehouse management and final mile delivery- not afraid to jump in and lead by example

+ Results-Oriented Leader: You're data-driven, understand KPIs, and consistently deliver results in fast-paced environments

+ Collaborative Partner: You build strong cross-departmental relationships that keep the broader operation aligned

+ Safety-First Leader: You foster a culture where safety is non-negotiable and compliance is built into every process

How You Will Make An Impact

+ Walk the Walk: Ready and willing to hit the road to complete final mile deliveries on a daily basis

+ Drive Overnight Operational Excellence: Lead, monitor, and optimize workflows to ensure timely and accurate customer service to our clients

+ Lead with Confidence: Serve as the on-site leader for overnight operations, trusted to resolve challenges and make decisions that keep the team safe, engaged, and productive

+ Develop High-Performing Teams: Coach and mentor your direct reports, giving them the tools, feedback, and support they need to succeed.

+ Foster a Positive Culture: Build an inclusive, motivating environment where people feel respected, supported, and accountable

+ Address HR and ER Issues in Real Time: Navigate employee relations issues fairly and consistently, de-escalating and resolving situations on the spot while protecting both the employee and independent contractor experience according to business needs

+ Deliver Results: Consistently achieve or exceed operational KPIs by leveraging data, analyzing performance trends, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives

+ Enhance Safety and Compliance: Ensure all employees follow safety standards and protocols, minimizing risk and maintaining a secure workplace

+ Collaborate Across the Business: Partner with other regions, warehouse managers, and corporate teams to align priorities, share insights, and ensure consistency across operations

While this role involves leadership and oversight responsibilities, it also requires regular physical presence and activity on the fulfillment floor. Physical expectations include:

+ Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 10–12 hours per shift) with scheduled breaks

+ Must have a reliable vehicle, valid driver's license in the state where residing, and automobile insurance at limits required by PCF

+ Ability to walk the floor extensively, averaging 10,000+ steps per day

+ Ability to lift and move items up to 40lbs occasionally throughout the shift

+ Comfort with pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, and performing repetitive motions as needed to support team operations

Why You Will Love Working At PCF

Our Culture - “Fair, Firm and Friendly” is a mantra we live by!

+ We believe in exceptional management and invest in tools and opportunities to connect with colleagues

+ Work for an innovative, growth-oriented organization, unafraid to take bold steps to secure its future.

+ Work for a third-generation family-owned business that values its employees and customers above all.

+ Be part of a transforming business, building our future as a delivery company.

Growth & Development

+ Competitive pay and meaningful opportunities for career advancement

+ We believe technology and good processes can solve hard problems

+ We're committed to career progression and performance-based advancement

Compensation & Benefits

+ Competitive salary with equity and bonus opportunities

+ Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

+ Retirement savings plan with company matching and flexible spending accounts

+ Generous paid parental leave and PTO

About Compensation

We use a market-based approach to compensation. The starting salary range for this role is: $70,000 to $80,000

Your starting salary will be based on your location, experience, and qualifications, with increases over time tied to performance, role growth, and internal pay equity.

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