Warehouse Manager 2nd Shift

KP AVIATION LLC • Mesa, AZ

2h

About The Position

KP Aviation is seeking a Warehouse Manager to oversee and participate in warehouse operations. This is a working manager position involving direct processing of aviation parts and materials in accordance with company procedures, as well as supervision of warehouse employees and oversight of shipping and receiving, inventory management, data entry, material processing, and general warehouse operations. The schedule is 2:30 PM to 1:30 AM, Monday through Thursday.

The manager oversees assigned warehouse functions, monitors safety, quality, and productivity, and trains and assists employees in activities such as loading and unloading, receiving, sorting, put-away, picking, and inventory control. The role involves setting goals, coaching employees, managing performance, ensuring procedure compliance, monitoring KPIs and workflow, allocating labor, leading daily production meetings, and driving process improvements. The manager also works with other departments and Operations management, supports audits and quality assessments, and promotes an organized, safe, and secure workplace.

Additional responsibilities include coordinating logistics and shipping, working with the Quality organization on quality controls, optimizing warehouse space, managing budgets and packaging-material costs, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards. The position requires successful completion of training and maintenance of certifications. Applicants must meet export-control requirements as a U.S. Person under 22 C.F.R. §120.15.

Requirements

• Knowledge of computer programs, including Microsoft Office applications and databases.
• Knowledge of basic warehouse and inventory processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Skill in supervising and encouraging a small team of employees.
• Typing and general computer literacy.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Ability to be highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to maintain records, review documents for accuracy, and organize documents.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, management, and others.
• Must successfully complete all training requirements and maintain certifications throughout employment.
• Must be able to read and interpret documents.
• Must be able to write reports and correspondence.
• Must meet export-control requirements as a U.S. Person, as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15; this includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of assigned warehouse functions and monitor safety, quality, and productivity.
• Supervise, train, and directly assist with loading and unloading, receiving, sorting, put-away, picking, and inventory control.
• Coach employees, provide feedback, lead by example, and conduct developmental and accountability-focused conversations.
• Set employee goals, provide regular feedback and coaching, and conduct performance evaluations.
• Understand and implement processes and procedures, contribute to process improvements, and ensure employees are trained in company procedures.
• Monitor KPIs, workflow, available work, and backlog; make decisions to meet daily performance expectations, adjust labor, and escalate when additional help is needed.
• Lead daily production meetings and partner with support functions to advance efficiency and customer-focused performance.
• Use KPIs to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities and drive initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• Ensure procedures and best practices are followed and maintain a safe workplace in accordance with operational procedures.
• Communicate regularly with Operations management and other departments.
• Ensure employees maintain an organized and clean warehouse and workstations.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and quality assessments as directed.
• Lead change through employee engagement and process improvement, including Lean/Six Sigma approaches.
• Coordinate receipt and dispatch of goods, transportation, and timely delivery.
• Work with the KPA Quality organization to implement controls that prevent damage, loss, or contamination of goods.
• Ensure a safe and secure working environment and adherence to regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Optimize warehouse space through efficient layout and storage solutions.
• Manage warehouse budgets and day-to-day packaging-material needs and costs, and identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regional laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability coverage, with the employer paying 100% of employee premiums.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Voluntary ancillary plans, including life insurance, accident, and hospital coverage.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed