Warehouse Manager

9297 Corrosion Fluid Products Corp. • Midland, MI

146d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a hands-on, working manager role. The manager will lead by example and actively support all areas of the operation, including pipe fabrication, hose assembly, automated valve work, shipping and receiving, and general warehouse functions. This role is responsible for driving daily execution, supporting the team on the floor, and ensuring safe, efficient, and accurate operations across departments.

Why Join Us?
Applied Industrial Technologies was recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers in 2021. We have also earned the Outstanding Employer Support Award from the U.S. Navy and are a GSA-approved vendor.
Applied is proud to be a company where employees build long-term careers. In fact, 25% of our U.S. team has more than 20 years of service.
In addition to competitive pay and a strong benefits package - including 401(k) with company match, medical insurance, company vehicle, paid time off, employee assistance, tuition reimbursement, and more - you will also enjoy:
A lasting career - Career paths are available in sales, management, and operations throughout the country
Professional development and training
A team-oriented culture built on accountability, collaboration, and shared success
The support of a local team with the backing of a national industry leader

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 5+ years of warehouse experience required
• Minimum 2+ years of supervisory or management experience overseeing a multi-functional team of approximately 5-15 employees, including technicians, inventory associates, and shipping/receiving personnel
• 3+ years of forklift instruction/certification and safety/compliance experience required

Nice To Haves

• A 2-year or 4-year degree in Warehouse Management, Industrial Distribution, Inventory Control, Planning, or Logistics is strongly preferred
• 5+ years of experience with inventory control, cycle counting, and reconciliation processes preferred
• 3+ years of shipping and receiving experience preferred; familiarity with UPS and FedEx is highly desired
• Prior experience in industrial distribution, technical assembly, or a fabrication-driven warehouse environment is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead daily warehouse, receiving, distribution, technical assembly, and shipping operations
• Maintain and improve operational processes by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing operational and personnel policies and procedures
• Supervise and manage warehouse and assembly staff across multiple functions
• Support production directly as needed in pipe fabrication, hose assembly, valve automation, and shipping/receiving
• Maintain high customer service levels by managing workflow and scheduling assembly operations to meet customer requirements
• Implement effective coaching and training for warehouse and technical assembly staff while ensuring accountability and performance
• Work closely with Customer Service personnel to process product returns in a timely manner
• Control inventory levels through physical counts, cycle counts, and reconciliation support
• Communicate with vendors, representatives, and shipping partners to ensure high-quality service and timely execution
• Ensure company-owned vehicles are properly utilized, maintained, and operated safely
• Promote a safe, organized, and productive work environment across all operational areas

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• medical insurance
• company vehicle
• paid time off
• employee assistance
• tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED