Operations Leader Jobs in Washington
Operations Leader jobs in Washington are in strong demand, concentrated in technology and cloud infrastructure, aerospace and defense manufacturing, logistics and e-commerce fulfillment, and healthcare systems, at seniority levels from shift supervisor to vice president of operations. Seattle, Bellevue, and Tacoma account for the largest share of openings, where employers such as Amazon, Boeing, and Providence Health have deep and ongoing needs for operations leaders across functions. The most sought-after specialties in Washington are supply chain operations, continuous improvement and lean transformation, and large-scale facilities and workforce management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerPetco
Top citySeattle, WA
Cities hiring6
Work type100% On-site
Top industryRetail
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Petco
Operations Leader
Olympia, Washington
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Lunar | Shift Leader - Manufacturing, Ops & Assembly | C shift
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Blue Origin
Lunar | Shift Leader - Manufacturing, Ops & Assembly | C shift
Seattle, Washington
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Assistant Store Leader - Operations
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Altar'd State
Assistant Store Leader - Operations
Lynnwood, Washington
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Fulfillment Operations Team Leader
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Target
Fulfillment Operations Team Leader
Puyallup, Washington
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Regional Leader, Funeral Home Operations
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Foundation Partners Group
Regional Leader, Funeral Home Operations
Edmonds, Washington
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Operations Leader
Petco·Olympia, Washington
Job functions:
$18.75 - $28.75/hr
10,000+ employees
Job Description
In Store Jobs
R370532
Full time
Not Remote
1530 Black Lake Blvd, Olympia, WA 98502 United States
Want to help pets live their best lives?
We’re proud to be where the pets go and where the pet people go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you.
Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what’s right for pets and people.
- Pet First – Protect & Empower. All pets should Live their Best Life. We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
- Foster the Fun – Connect & Bond. Our Passion for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
- Let’s Go! Own & Commit. We are stronger as One Petco team. We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
About Petco:
We’re proud to be "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years — from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood — the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we’re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are 29,000+ strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than 1,500 Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately 7 million animals through in-store adoption events.
As a Key Holder, you are a trusted member of the leadership team who helps ensure smooth daily operations, exceptional customer service, and a safe, secure environment for pets, partners, and customers.
You support store leadership by supervising partners, opening and closing the store, and serving as a point of contact when management is not present. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys leading on the floor, solving problems in the moment, and delivering a great experience every day.
What You’ll Do
Pet First
- Uphold Petco’s animal care standards, ensuring the health, safety, and proper handling of all animals.
- Promote a safe, welcoming environment for pets, pet parents, and partners.
- Follow all policies and procedures related to animal welfare, safety, and store operations.
Foster the Fun
- Deliver friendly, knowledgeable, and solution-oriented service to every customer.
- Support and supervise store partners, helping maintain productivity and positive morale.
- Assist with training new partners and reinforcing best practices on the sales floor.
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing store environment.
Let’s Go!
- Open and close the store while following all cash handling, safety, and security protocols.
- Support daily store operations including sales, task execution, and recovery.
- Execute merchandising standards, including planograms, pricing accuracy, signage, and promotional set-ups.
- Assist with inventory activities such as restocking, cycle counts, inventory integrity, and required inventory paperwork.
- Identify out-of-stocks, low inventory, or merchandising issues and communicate them to store leadership.
- Process transactions, refunds, and exchanges accurately and efficiently.
- Act as the primary point of contact in the absence of store management.
- Support sales initiatives and promotions to help achieve store goals.
Key Responsibilities
Store Operations, Merchandising & Inventory
- Maintain merchandise presentation and in-stock conditions to Petco standards.
- Ensure accurate pricing and signage throughout the store.
- Assist with inventory counts, product replenishment, and shrink awareness.
- Monitor merchandising and inventory conditions during shifts and escalate issues as needed.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Customer Experience & Leadership
- Address customer questions and resolve concerns promptly and professionally.
- Model Petco’s selling behaviors and service expectations.
- Provide guidance and direction to partners during assigned shifts.
- Escalate concerns appropriately to store leadership.
What Success Looks Like
- The store opens and closes safely and smoothly.
- Merchandise is well-stocked, accurately priced, and visually appealing.
- Inventory is handled accurately and with care.
- Customers receive prompt, friendly, and knowledgeable service.
- Partners feel supported and clear on expectations during each shift.
What You Bring
Experience & Skills
- Previous retail experience required; key holder or supervisory experience preferred.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic math skills and experience handling cash and transactions.
- Reliable, responsible, and detail oriented.
Essential Functions & Work Environment
This role is primarily performed in a Pet Care Center retail environment. The Key Holder is expected to be regularly present on the sales floor, leading by example and engaging with partners, customers, and pets.
- Majority of work is conducted indoors; however, occasional duties may require leaving the Pet Care Center for tasks such as bank deposits, merchandise transport, or community events.
- The role requires frequent standing and walking, as well as bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.
- Ability to safely lift and move merchandise, supplies, or animals weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Regular engagement with customers on the sales floor, including providing customer assistance and performing cashiering and point-of-sale transactions.
- Must be able to work in proximity to animals, including exposure to animal dander, odors, noises, and cleaning chemicals.
- Flexible availability to support Pet Care Center operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- A limited amount of travel may be required for training, meetings, or community engagement.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.
Why You’ll Love It Here
- Purpose-driven work that makes a difference for pets and people.
- Opportunities to build leadership skills and grow your career.
- A collaborative, inclusive team culture.
- A strong stepping stone for future leadership opportunities.
The pay ranges outlined below are presented in accordance with state-specific regulations. These ranges may differ in other areas and could be subject to variation based on regulatory minimum wage requirements. Actual pay rates will depend on factors such as position, location, level of experience, and applicable state or local minimum wage laws. If the regulatory minimum wage exceeds the minimum indicated in the pay range below, the regulatory minimum wage will be the minimum rate applied.
Salary Range: $18.75 - $28.75
Hourly or Salary Range will be reflected above. For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.
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Petco
Operations Leader
Olympia, Washington
Added 1d ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
$18.75 - $28.75/hr
Job Description
In Store Jobs
R370532
Full time
Not Remote
1530 Black Lake Blvd, Olympia, WA 98502 United States
Want to help pets live their best lives?
We’re proud to be where the pets go and where the pet people go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you.
Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what’s right for pets and people.
- Pet First – Protect & Empower. All pets should Live their Best Life. We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
- Foster the Fun – Connect & Bond. Our Passion for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
- Let’s Go! Own & Commit. We are stronger as One Petco team. We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
About Petco:
We’re proud to be "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years — from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood — the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we’re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are 29,000+ strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than 1,500 Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately 7 million animals through in-store adoption events.
As a Key Holder, you are a trusted member of the leadership team who helps ensure smooth daily operations, exceptional customer service, and a safe, secure environment for pets, partners, and customers.
You support store leadership by supervising partners, opening and closing the store, and serving as a point of contact when management is not present. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys leading on the floor, solving problems in the moment, and delivering a great experience every day.
What You’ll Do
Pet First
- Uphold Petco’s animal care standards, ensuring the health, safety, and proper handling of all animals.
- Promote a safe, welcoming environment for pets, pet parents, and partners.
- Follow all policies and procedures related to animal welfare, safety, and store operations.
Foster the Fun
- Deliver friendly, knowledgeable, and solution-oriented service to every customer.
- Support and supervise store partners, helping maintain productivity and positive morale.
- Assist with training new partners and reinforcing best practices on the sales floor.
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing store environment.
Let’s Go!
- Open and close the store while following all cash handling, safety, and security protocols.
- Support daily store operations including sales, task execution, and recovery.
- Execute merchandising standards, including planograms, pricing accuracy, signage, and promotional set-ups.
- Assist with inventory activities such as restocking, cycle counts, inventory integrity, and required inventory paperwork.
- Identify out-of-stocks, low inventory, or merchandising issues and communicate them to store leadership.
- Process transactions, refunds, and exchanges accurately and efficiently.
- Act as the primary point of contact in the absence of store management.
- Support sales initiatives and promotions to help achieve store goals.
Key Responsibilities
Store Operations, Merchandising & Inventory
- Maintain merchandise presentation and in-stock conditions to Petco standards.
- Ensure accurate pricing and signage throughout the store.
- Assist with inventory counts, product replenishment, and shrink awareness.
- Monitor merchandising and inventory conditions during shifts and escalate issues as needed.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Customer Experience & Leadership
- Address customer questions and resolve concerns promptly and professionally.
- Model Petco’s selling behaviors and service expectations.
- Provide guidance and direction to partners during assigned shifts.
- Escalate concerns appropriately to store leadership.
What Success Looks Like
- The store opens and closes safely and smoothly.
- Merchandise is well-stocked, accurately priced, and visually appealing.
- Inventory is handled accurately and with care.
- Customers receive prompt, friendly, and knowledgeable service.
- Partners feel supported and clear on expectations during each shift.
What You Bring
Experience & Skills
- Previous retail experience required; key holder or supervisory experience preferred.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic math skills and experience handling cash and transactions.
- Reliable, responsible, and detail oriented.
Essential Functions & Work Environment
This role is primarily performed in a Pet Care Center retail environment. The Key Holder is expected to be regularly present on the sales floor, leading by example and engaging with partners, customers, and pets.
- Majority of work is conducted indoors; however, occasional duties may require leaving the Pet Care Center for tasks such as bank deposits, merchandise transport, or community events.
- The role requires frequent standing and walking, as well as bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.
- Ability to safely lift and move merchandise, supplies, or animals weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Regular engagement with customers on the sales floor, including providing customer assistance and performing cashiering and point-of-sale transactions.
- Must be able to work in proximity to animals, including exposure to animal dander, odors, noises, and cleaning chemicals.
- Flexible availability to support Pet Care Center operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- A limited amount of travel may be required for training, meetings, or community engagement.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.
Why You’ll Love It Here
- Purpose-driven work that makes a difference for pets and people.
- Opportunities to build leadership skills and grow your career.
- A collaborative, inclusive team culture.
- A strong stepping stone for future leadership opportunities.
The pay ranges outlined below are presented in accordance with state-specific regulations. These ranges may differ in other areas and could be subject to variation based on regulatory minimum wage requirements. Actual pay rates will depend on factors such as position, location, level of experience, and applicable state or local minimum wage laws. If the regulatory minimum wage exceeds the minimum indicated in the pay range below, the regulatory minimum wage will be the minimum rate applied.
Salary Range: $18.75 - $28.75
Hourly or Salary Range will be reflected above. For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in operations leader jobs across Washington.
- Bachelor's degree in business, operations management, supply chain, or a related field
- Five or more years of progressive operations or people leadership experience
- Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional teams of twenty or more employees
- Proficiency with lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
- Familiarity with Washington labor law, including paid sick leave and scheduling compliance
- Strong data analysis skills using ERP systems, dashboards, or workforce management platforms
Operations Leader Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a operations leader in Washington?
Most operations leader roles in Washington require a bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, industrial engineering, or operations management, combined with several years of progressive team leadership experience. Washington does not require a state-issued license specific to operations leadership. Employers in aerospace, healthcare, and logistics often favor candidates who hold a Project Management Professional credential, a Lean Six Sigma certification, or industry-specific credentials such as APICS certifications in supply chain management.
Which companies hire operations leaders in Washington?
Companies currently hiring operations leaders in Washington include Petco, Target, and Amazon, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Washington's concentration of large technology campuses, aerospace production facilities, and regional health systems creates consistent, high-volume demand for experienced operations leaders across the state.
Which Washington cities have the most operations leader jobs?
Seattle, Edmonds, and Olympia have the most operations leader openings in Washington. Seattle and Bellevue drive the majority of postings because of their dense cluster of technology headquarters, e-commerce fulfillment infrastructure, and major hospital networks, while Tacoma's port activity and manufacturing base sustain steady demand in logistics and industrial operations leadership.
Are there remote operations leader jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. Operations leadership typically requires direct oversight of facilities, teams, and physical workflows, which limits fully remote arrangements. About 0% of operations leader openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be in program operations, vendor management, or technology-adjacent operational roles where on-site presence is less critical.
How can I get hired as a operations leader in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into an associate or team lead role at a large Washington employer and building toward an operations leader title from within. Amazon, Boeing, and Providence Health all run structured rotational, new-graduate, or internal promotion programs that place candidates without direct operations leadership experience into supervisory tracks. Relevant adjacent roles include operations coordinator, shift supervisor, project coordinator, and supply chain analyst. Earning an APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management credential or completing a Lean Six Sigma yellow or green belt course strengthens an application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to operations leader jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to operations leader jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Find roles that match your experience and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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