Logistics and Materials Flow Manager
Atlas Fibre | Northbrook, IL
Compensation: $65,000 – $75,000 per year | Employment: Full-time, In-person
Address: 3411 Woodhead Dr, Northbrook, IL 60062
Your day at a glance
It’s 7:00 AM in our climate-controlled manufacturing facility. You review the ERP dashboard, confirm overnight receipts, and release pick slips for the morning wave. A carrier arrives on time—the bills of lading and certificates of conformance are accurate because your team followed the standards you set. Before 9:00, you huddle with production, procurement, and sales to align shipping schedules with build plans and customer delivery dates. Midday, you walk the dock for a 5S and safety check, verify cycle counts, and coach a new associate on international paperwork. By end of day, you’ve cleared outbound shipments, reconciled inventory discrepancies, and captured performance metrics for continuous improvement.
About Atlas Fibre
We are a leader in advanced manufacturing, producing cutting-edge composites and thermoset materials that serve the Automotive, Aviation, and Aerospace sectors. Our components help power the future of transportation and space exploration, supported by state-of-the-art machining equipment and a culture of precision.
What you’ll own
- End-to-end oversight of inbound and outbound freight, ensuring documentation accuracy, on-time processing, and compliance with company and carrier requirements.
- Leadership of shipping/receiving clerks and warehouse associates—scheduling, training, and conducting performance reviews.
- Daily coordination with production, procurement, and sales to synchronize shipping schedules with manufacturing output and customer commitments.
- Inventory integrity: reconcile shipping/receiving records, conduct cycle counts, and promptly resolve discrepancies.
- Dock and warehouse standards: uphold safety, cleanliness, and OSHA compliance.
- ERP/WMS utilization to track shipments, generate reports, and maintain accurate records (pick slips, bills of lading, certificates of conformance, and more).
What you bring
Required
- 3–5+ years in shipping, receiving, or warehouse management, ideally within manufacturing.
- Proven people leadership in a fast-paced, high-volume operation.
- Proficiency with ERP/WMS (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar) and Microsoft Office.
- Strong grasp of domestic and international freight regulations, customs documentation, and carrier compliance.
- Exceptional organization and problem-solving skills; comfortable managing multiple deadlines.
- Forklift certification (or ability to obtain) and familiarity with material handling equipment.
- High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business preferred.
Preferred
- Previous inspection experience in aerospace, aviation, automotive, or composites manufacturing.
- Knowledge of composites and thermoset materials.
Why you’ll love working here
- Competitive pay: $65,000 – $75,000 per year, based on experience
- Great medical and dental insurance plans
- Life insurance with full coverage paid by the company
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Tuition reimbursement for ongoing development
- Opportunities for advancement as our business scales
Work environment
Modern, climate-controlled facility with state-of-the-art machining equipment. Role requires standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and working around operational noise and composite dust (proper PPE provided). Some flexibility for shift coverage may be needed. You’ll collaborate with teams supporting industries pushing the boundaries of materials science and engineering.
Ready to move the mission forward?
Bring your logistics leadership to a team that’s advancing aerospace-grade materials and world-class manufacturing.
Job Type: Full-time, In-person
Must be able to commute to: Northbrook, IL 60062
Atlas Fibre is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.