Warehouse Manager

Description The Warehouse Manager is responsible for leading all warehouse operations at the Fort Madison facility, including receiving, inventory control, storage, kitting, and shipping. This role ensures accurate inventory, efficient material flow, and on-time order fulfillment to support production and customer demand. This position leads warehouse personnel, drives process discipline, and partners cross-functionally with Procurement, Production, and Logistics to support operational performance and continuous improvement. Compensation & Benefits Salary: $77,000 – $90,000 annually Benefits Package Includes Medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with employer matchGenerous PTO including vacation and paid holidaysShort- and long-term disability coverageLife insuranceEmployee assistance programOpportunities for growth and development Responsibilities Lead warehouse start-up activities including layout, racking, storage strategy, and material flow designEstablish inventory locations, bin structures, and material handling processesDevelop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all warehouse functionsOversee daily warehouse operations including receiving, storage, inventory control, kitting, and shippingEnsure accurate and timely picking, kitting, and shipment of materials and finished goodsManage receiving processes including inspection, documentation, and system entryOwn inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, and reconciliation processesInvestigate discrepancies and drive root cause resolutionMaintain real-time inventory visibility within ERP systemsHire, train, and develop warehouse team members as the facility scalesSet expectations and hold team accountable for safety, productivity, and accuracyManage staffing, scheduling, and performance of warehouse personnelOptimize warehouse layout, workflows, and material flow to improve efficiency and reduce handlingIdentify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to reduce cost and wastePartner with Materials, Procurement, Production Planning, and Operations to align priorities and material availabilityCommunicate risks related to shortages, delays, or inventory issuesMonitor and drive key performance indicators including inventory accuracy, order accuracy, on-time shipments, and productivityTake corrective action when performance expectations are not met Core Competencies Ownership & Accountability – Takes full responsibility for inventory accuracy, material flow, and warehouse performanceLeadership & Team Development – Builds, develops, and holds a team accountable to clear expectationsOperational Execution – Drives daily execution with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and timelinessProcess Improvement – Identifies gaps, eliminates waste, and implements sustainable improvementsProblem Solving – Analyzes issues, identifies root causes, and drives corrective actionCross-Functional Collaboration – Works effectively with Materials, Production, and Operations to meet business needsSystems & Data Utilization – Leverages ERP systems and data to manage inventory and performance VIRNIG MANUFACTURING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, military service, veteran status, gender identity, status with regard to public assistance, or any other class protected by law. The company provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with known disabilities, unless doing so would cause undue hardship for the Company. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience Minimum of 3 to 5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.Strong negotiation, analytical, and critical thinking skills.Excellent communication and relationship building abilities.High attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Knowledge of heavy equipment, metal fabrication, or industrial manufacturing preferred.