Manager Warehousing

Vertiv; Ironton (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv in Ohio is seeking a Warehouse Manager to oversee operations at Ironton and Franklin Furnace facilities, ensuring timely receiving, picking, packing, loading and dispatching of parts with accurate records.

The role leads all material and logistics functions, enforces safety standards, and drives efficiency through lean practices and team development. Onsite work with cross-functional collaboration and continuous process improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in materials management or logistics.
• 5–10 years of experience in shipping/receiving and stockroom.
• 5+ years of leadership experience.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Manage shipping and receiving activities.
• Oversee warehouse operations and safety compliance, including 5S and equipment maintenance.
• Manage inventory, labeling, and cycle counts.
• Coordinate imports/exports and lead physical inventory.
• Coach staff, schedule work, and oversee training and certifications.
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Management or Logistics

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

• Vertiv is looking for a Warehouse Manager to manager warehouse operations to ensure that parts are received in, orders are picked, and completed orders are packaged, loaded, and dispatched safely, timely, and efficiently, and proper records are maintained. Functional areas of responsibility include all material and logistics functions required to manage warehouse operations.
• This is an onsite role supporting our facilities in Ironton and Franklin Furnace, Ohio.

Position Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Vertiv is looking for a Warehouse Manager to manager warehouse operations to ensure that parts are received in, orders are picked, and completed orders are packaged, loaded, and dispatched safely, timely, and efficiently, and proper records are maintained. Functional areas of responsibility include all material and logistics functions required to manage warehouse operations.
• This is an onsite role supporting our facilities in Ironton and Franklin Furnace, Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Manage shipping and receiving activities.
• Manage warehouse operations in compliance with the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT), 5S plus 1 (Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize & Sustain; with overarching principle of Safety) and environmental initiatives. Ensure preparation of warehouse building and equipment maintenance schedules (e.g., lift equipment, lift batteries, scales) and that all needed upkeep or repairs are completed timely.
• Manage inventory, including storage and labeling
• Perform and supervise inventory audits, cycle counts and coordinating the annual physical inventory. Initiate corrective action where process lapses exist, or where established procedures are not effectively maintaining inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate warehouse logistics activities including imports and exports.
• Staff, train, coach, and manage employees for assigned team, including scheduling work assignments & time off, developing & scheduling training to include required lift truck certifications, developing & setting operational performance standards and goals, completing & delivering performance appraisals, and interviewing for job vacancies.
• Support Lean Manufacturing
• Other Duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Management or Logistics preferred
• Good communication skills, both oral and written
• MS Office and ERP systems experience
• Ability to develop and coach a diverse teams
• 5-10 years of experience
• 5+ years leadership experience in shipping, receiving, and stockroom environment
• Knowledge of ISO and Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Light manufacturing
• Fork Lift operations desirable

Travel Required

• None