Warehouse Manager

Roles and Responsibilities
Warehouse & Material Flow Operations

• Direct daily warehouse, logistics, shipping, receiving, and distribution operations.
• Ensure required materials are available and delivered to production areas on time to support production schedules and customer orders.
• Ensure line‐side areas contain correct materials for scheduled production runs.
• Oversee inbound receipt of raw materials and WIP, including accurate scanning, labeling, system transactions, and put‐away.
• Oversee outbound picking, staging, transfer to shipping, and shipment execution.
• Ensure all material movements are accurately recorded in ERP/MRP systems.
• Report inactive, incorrect, or missing inventory tags to materials control and cycle counting teams.
• Maintain timely movement of materials to appropriate storage or staging locations.

Inventory Control & Accuracy

• Maintain inventory accuracy including FIFO compliance, location accuracy, and cycle counting support.
• Define and maintain material locations using Plan for Every Part (PFEP) principles.
• Prepare, support, and review inventory cycle counts and variance resolution.
• Track and manage work‐in‐process inventory accuracy.
• Support accurate scrap handling, segregation, and transaction reporting.
• Ensure accurate handling of customer returns and material transfers.
• Shipping, Receiving & Logistics Coordination
• Plan, prioritize, and manage order fulfillment to meet customer delivery deadlines.
• Prepare, review, and oversee shipping documentation including ASN’s, pick slips, bills of lading, and delivery paperwork.
• Coordinate load planning and shipment routing to optimize freight efficiency and cost.
• Communicate proactively with Customer Service and Sales regarding delivery status or risks.
• Coordinate transportation and carrier interactions as required.

Safety, Equipment & Facility Management

• Enforce all safety procedures, warehouse standards, and compliance requirements.
• Inspect warehouse layout, racks, storage areas, aisles, and material handling practices for safety concerns.
• Ensure safe operation of forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Maintain material handling equipment through inspections, work orders, and replacement requests.
• Ensure scrap containers are moved to designated locations promptly.
• Maintain organized workspaces, clear aisles, and effective warehouse housekeeping.
• Enforce 5S standards and lead warehouse continuous improvement initiatives.

Leadership & Workforce Management

• Provide daily leadership, work assignments, and communication to warehouse personnel across all shifts.
• Train, coach, audit, and enforce compliance with standard operating procedures.
• nsure forklift certifications and required training records are current.
• Develop warehouse personnel through coaching, counseling, performance feedback, and discipline in accordance with company policy.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and performance management activities.
• Support plant‐wide continuous improvement teams, safety initiatives, and cross‐functional projects.

Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Support internal and external audits related to logistics, materials handling, and inventory control.
• Observe and comply with all federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations.
• Identify and recommend improvements to warehouse processes, layout, material flow, and equipment.
• Directly supervises material handlers, forklift operators, and warehouse personnel.
• Assigns work, monitors performance, and supports employee development.
• Participates in hiring, training, evaluations, and disciplinary actions in accordance with company policy.

Skill and Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Prior supervisory experience in warehouse, logistics, or material handling operations preferred.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing or supply chain environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control, and material flow.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems; IQMS experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time‐management skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to operate forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, shipping documentation, and material records.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 100 pounds and push or pull up to 250 pounds.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in warehouse, manufacturing, and office environments.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, noise, airborne particles, wet or humid conditions, and temperature extremes.
• PPE required in designated areas.
• Noise levels in production areas may exceed OSHA limits.
• Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, lifting, and equipment operation.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Authority to direct daily warehouse and logistics operations and assign work.
• Authority to enforce safety rules, SOPs, and warehouse standards.
• Authority to discipline employees in accordance with company policy.
• Authority to coordinate shipping, receiving, and material flow activities with internal departments and carriers.
• Authority to recommend process improvements, warehouse layout changes, and equipment needs.

With over 30 years of industry experience and a footprint spanning 10 United States locations, Creative Liquid Coatings is a powerhouse in integrated manufacturing. We bridge the gap between complex plastic injection molding and world-class automated finishing, utilizing a fleet of over 150 machines ranging from 85 to 5,000 tons. Our versatile paint lines accommodate a wide range of component sizes, providing a seamless, end-to-end production solution that combines massive scale with precision engineering for the most demanding industrial applications.