FULL_TIME

FEED

YEAR

AeroFarms is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented, and proactive **Warehouse Manager** to lead all warehouse operations, including inventory control, shipping, receiving, and lot traceability. * Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field (preferred), **or** 5+ years of progressive warehouse leadership experience in food manufacturing.

About AeroFarms AeroFarms is transforming agriculture with people and the planet in mind. As a Certified B Corporation and pioneer in indoor vertical farming, we use proprietary technology to grow produce using up to 95% less water and no pesticides—ever. The result is a portfolio of products that deliver exceptional flavor, freshness, and nutritional value. Recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies five years in a row and named to Fortune’s 2022 Change the World list, AeroFarms is redefining how food is grown and distributed. Now available in more than 1,000 stores across the United States, we are scaling our award-winning brand and technology globally. As we enter our next phase of growth, we are seeking passionate, driven individuals who are excited to help build the future of agriculture. Position Summary AeroFarms is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented, and proactive **Warehouse Manager** to lead all warehouse operations, including inventory control, shipping, receiving, and lot traceability. This role is critical to ensuring operational excellence, food safety compliance, inventory accuracy, and on-time customer fulfillment. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership capabilities, deep knowledge of food manufacturing warehouse operations, and a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.   This position will backfill for the Logistics Manager as needed. Key Responsibilities Shipping & Receiving Operations * Oversee daily shipping and receiving activities to ensure safe, accurate, and timely processing of all materials and finished goods. * Ensure 100% order fulfillment through accurate picking, packing, labeling, and loading. * Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics to optimize transportation scheduling, dock operations, and delivery performance (7 days/week operation). * Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders in ERP; inspect load quality and prevent contamination. * Partner with FSQA to ensure proper sampling and compliance with FDA and USDA GMP requirements. * Prepare and validate shipping documentation, Bills of Lading, and ERP transactions for all outbound shipments (finished goods, equipment, chemicals, waste). * Monitor carrier performance and maintain comprehensive shipping and receiving logs. * Manage indirect material inventory (labels, wraps, pallets, liners) required for efficient operations. * Maintain FIFO practices and continuously improve SOPs, work instructions, and gap assessments. Inventory Management * Develop and enforce warehouse inventory SOPs to ensure world-class inventory accuracy. * Conduct cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies. * Partner with Materials Management and Procurement to optimize inventory levels and minimize excess or obsolete stock. * Implement efficient replenishment and Kanban systems with Production teams. * Ensure proper labeling, ERP transactions, and material transfers between on-site and off-site storage. Lot Traceability & Compliance * Maintain robust lot traceability procedures for raw materials, packaging, chemicals, seeds, and nutrients. * Ensure full trace-back capability in the event of a recall. * Maintain compliance with FDA and USDA GMP regulations. * Conduct periodic audits to verify traceability accuracy and documentation integrity. Team Leadership * Hire, train, coach, and develop Shipping & Receiving team members. * Provide daily leadership, prioritization, and performance management. * Promote a culture of accountability, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. * Actively contribute to Plant Leadership initiatives and cross-functional collaboration. Quality & Safety * Enforce quality, security, and trailer seal standards to protect product integrity. * Collaborate with FSQA to address quality issues and implement corrective actions. * Maintain a clean, organized, and lean warehouse environment. * Champion employee safety and food safety at all times. Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field (preferred), **or** 5+ years of progressive warehouse leadership experience in food manufacturing. * Minimum 3 years in a leadership role within warehouse or logistics operations. * Experience working in FDA/USDA regulated food manufacturing environments. * Strong knowledge of inventory control, lot traceability, and shipping/receiving best practices. * Proficiency with ERP and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS). * Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. * Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. * Commitment to continuous improvement, safety, and quality excellence. Additional Information * Internal candidates must complete a minimum of six months in their current role before applying. * AeroFarms does not partner with external recruiting agencies for this position. * Team members may be required to support operational coverage needs consistent with organizational protocols. If you are passionate about operational excellence and ready to help scale the future of sustainable agriculture, we encourage you to apply and grow with us.  Powered by JazzHR

AeroFarms

Warehouse Manager

Agriculture

Alliance/Partner Marketing

Auditing

Best Practices

Billing Records

Business Administration

Coaching

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement

Corrective Action

Cross-Functional

Detail Oriented

Documentation

ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)

Establish Priorities

FDA (Food and Drug Administration)

FIFO

Farming

Food Production

Food Safety

GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)

Global Branding

Intellectual Property (IP)

Inventory Cycle Counts

Inventory Levels

Inventory Management

Kanban

Leadership

Logistics

Maintain Compliance

Manufacturing Operations

Materials Management

Nutritional Values

Off-Site Storage

Operational Support

Order Picking/Packing

Order/Customer Fulfillment

Organizational Skills

Pallet Jack

Performance Analysis

Performance Management

Problem Solving Skills

Procedure Implementation

Purchase Orders

Purchasing/Procurement

Reconciliation

Recruiting/Staffing Agency

Regulations

Safety Compliance

Safety/Work Safety

Shipping Documents

Shipping Operations

Shipping/Receiving

Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

Supply Chain Management

Team Player

Time Management

Traceability

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Warehousing

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