Director of Operations

McLane is a premier distribution company with a rich history dating back to 1894. As a leader in the wholesale distribution industry, McLane serves a diverse range of clients including those in the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce sectors. With a nationwide network of dedicated team members, McLane emphasizes agility, innovation, and a people-centered culture to meet the evolving demands of its clients. The company prides itself on fostering a collaborative environment where professionals bring their dedication, expertise, and team spirit to serve America’s most beloved brands. McLane leaders are characterized by their long-term vision, purposeful actions, and commitment to inspiring high performance across all levels of the organization. These leaders drive results through clear communication, accountability, and continuous growth, empowering each teammate to develop skills and build lasting connections nationwide.

The role of Operations Director at McLane is a critical leadership position responsible for overseeing various distribution center (DC) operational functions. This includes transportation, warehousing, facilities management, building layout, racking and systems, inventory management, and quality assurance. The Operations Director plays a vital role in planning, organizing, and managing projects and activities that support the DC’s growth, ensure compliance with quality assurance standards, and drive continuous improvement in productivity and service levels. This role requires proficiency in managing large, multi-shift operations, as well as the ability to develop and implement strategies aligned with overall business and supply chain goals. The Operations Director collaborates with corporate operations support to enhance service levels and key performance indicators — all while fostering a culture of excellence and teamwork. This position offers a dynamic environment with a variety of responsibilities, including special projects assigned at the discretion of the supervisor, and it comes with comprehensive benefits starting from day one including medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) profit sharing plan. Additionally, employees benefit from pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, and more. This employment opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented, organized problem solver with strong teamwork skills and extensive experience in the foodservice distribution industry, especially within the quick service restaurant (QSR) sector.