Warehouse Operations/Events Installer Full-Time • Richmond, VA, Authorization to work in the U.S. required • Visa sponsorship not available About Ampa EventsFor 30 years, Ampa Events has delivered professional event production services across Richmond, the DC metro area, the broader Mid-Atlantic region, and national markets. We are a team that takes pride in doing excellent work, running lean, and growing sustainably. This role is central to our continued success.
About the Role:
  • Ampa Events is seeking an experienced Warehouse Operations Coordinator to work directly alongside the owner in overseeing daily operations. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong organizational skills, operational oversight, and people management.
  • The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and solutions-oriented. You anticipate problems before they arise, build schedules that keep projects moving efficiently, and lead teams with accountability, consistency, and positivity. Must be familiar with inventory control in a warehouse.
  • This role is well suited for an experienced operations or office management professional — including candidates returning to the workforce after a career break.
  • MUST HAVE 3-5 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN THE EVENT INDUSTRYKey Responsibilities
  • Operations & Administration
  • Support daily business operations and company oversight
  • Develop and maintain internal systems, workflows, and procedures
  • Monitor labor hours, productivity, and operational efficiency
  • Assist with budgeting, reporting, and business communications
  • Identify operational improvements that reduce waste and increase efficiency
  • Scheduling & Logistics
  • Build and manage personnel, trucking, and equipment schedules
  • Coordinate repair, fabrication, and deployment timelines
  • Resolve scheduling conflicts proactively to maintain project deadlines
  • Will assist, or be lead, with on-site event installations as needed
  • Assists in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and employee offboarding
  • Conduct performance evaluations and support employee development
  • Foster a respectful, accountable, team-oriented workplace culture
  • Communicate policies and expectations clearly and consistently
  • Other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
  • Required3–5+ years of experience in operations, or business management
  • Experience with HR processes, employee management, and scheduling
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience managing labor hours, budgets, and operational workflows
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
  • Authorization to work in the United States
  • PreferredExperience in live events, event production, entertainment, logistics, or field services
  • Experience with inventory control in warehouse and/or the event industry
  • Ability to lead creative and non-traditional teams effectively
  • Calm, positive leadership style under deadline pressure
Salary: $50,000 - $65,000 Send resumes and cover letter to lesliea@ampaevents.com

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