Logistics Specialist Lead-First Shift

Gulfstream Aerospace; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Appleton is seeking a Logistics Specialist Lead for the First Shift to coordinate stockroom functions and lead a team in a fast-paced environment. You will ensure accurate material flow, maintain FAA/GAC quality standards, and drive continuous improvements in warehouse operations.

The role requires seven years in stockroom or warehouse roles, supervision experience, a valid driver’s license, and CDI qualification for Customer Support.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 7 years experience in stockroom, warehouse or inventory control activities.
• 2 years progressive responsibility and recognized leadership qualities.
• CDI qualified for Customer Support.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the receiving, stocking, disbursement, and/or shipping of material, ensuring that all paperwork and system transactions are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Make high impact decisions affecting material flow (performance to schedule) and handling of high dollar inventory.
• Establish priorities to ensure efficient operations; plans and assigns work, provides input about employee performance, recognizes, rewards, and disciplinary actions as required.
• Train newly assigned personnel and retrains employees on all material handling procedures; identify skills training requirements for assigned personnel.
• Develop operational and organizational improvements; coordinates implementation with affected parties.
• Ensure prompt and responsive customer service for applicable material processes supporting operations.
• Analyze problems and initiates corrective action as required.
• Audit departments to ensure procedures are followed by each employee.
• Ensure stockroom material conforms to FAA, GAC Quality Control and departmental procedures.
• Direct employees to deliver material within specified time limits.
• Interface with other departments to ensure integrity of inventory control; responsible for inventory accuracy of assigned area or function.
• For specific sites, responsible for day to day Tool Crib activities.
• Where applicable, ensure that cycle counts are performed in a timely manner.

Skills

Leadership

Training & Development

Task Assignment

Analytical skills

Problem-Solving

Inventory systems

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDI qualified for Customer Support

Job description

Logistics Specialist Lead-First Shift in GAC Appleton

Unique Skills

Previous experience operating warehouse equipment preferred.
Ability to lead by example, while training and developing a team.
Assign tasks to ensure support for all internal customer requirements in a timely, professional manner.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrate an ability to operate in a fast-paced, productive environment ensuring an efficient flow of material.

Education And Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 7 years experience in stockroom, warehouse or inventory control activities. 2 years progressive responsibility and recognized leadership qualities. CDI qualified for Customer Support. Valid Driver’s License required.
Position Purpose:Coordinate the operation of assigned stockroom functions, ensuring that all materials are processed in a responsive manner and adhere to corporate quality and safety standards. Provide work direction to employees in policies, procedures and safety regulations.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:Essential Functions:

• Monitor the receiving, stocking, disbursement, and/or shipping of material, ensuring that all paperwork and system transactions are completed accurately and in a timely manner .
• Make high impact decisions effecting material flow (performance to schedule) and handling of high dollar inventory .
• Establish priorities to ensure efficient operations; plans and assigns work, provides input about employee performance, recommends recognition, rewards, and disciplinary actions as required.
• Train newly assigned personnel and retrains employees on all material handling procedures. Identifies skills training requirements for assigned personnel and initiates as required.
• Develop operational and organizational improvements; coordinates implementation with effected parties .
• Ensure prompt and responsive customer service for applicable material processes supporting operations .
• Analyze problems and initiates corrective action as required.
• Audit departments to ensure procedures are followed by each employee .
• Ensure that all stockroom material conforms to FAA, GAC Quality Control and departmental procedures .
• Direct employees to deliver material within specified time limits .
• Interface with other departments to ensure integrity of inventory control; responsible for inventory accuracy of assigned area or function (high dollar and high volume) .
• For specific sites, responsible for day to day Tool Crib activities .
• Where applicable, ensure that cycle counts are performed in a timely manner .

Additional Functions

• Perform weekly safety audits and ensures that all areas meet safety requirements .
• Oversee special projects (Lean Manufacturing, 5S, visual management, etc.) and ensures procedures are implemented and followed .
• Assist in developing work schedules and methods to improve efficiency of operations .
• Support a continuous improvement culture including lean principles, sustainability initiatives, ergonomic improvements, safety and cross functional teams .

Other Requirements

• Must have proficiency in inventory systems and Microsoft Office.
• Must have highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Able to effectively interact with all levels of management, technical and non-technical.
• Individual will have heavy customer contact.
• On feet most of shift.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 235595

Category: Materials

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 08/26/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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