Manufacturing Logistics & Hazardous Shipping Manager

CGT Staffing; McDonald (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CGT Staffing in McDonald, PA seeks an experienced Logistics Leader to own end-to-end movement of materials in a manufacturing setting, from receiving to shipping, coordinating with Sales, Operations, EHS and other partners. You will supervise Warehouse Operators, manage hazardous and non-hazardous shipments under IMDG/IATA, optimize freight spend, and maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 5+ years in logistics, ERP systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of logistics experience within manufacturing.
• International shipping/logistics background.
• Hands-on inventory management expertise.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365.
• Expertise in domestic and international shipping and receiving.
• Proficiency handling hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
• Working knowledge of IMDG and IATA shipment requirements.
• Inventory control and cycle counting discipline.
• Warehouse operations and proper material storage practices.
• Carrier evaluation, invoice review, cost monitoring, and freight claim resolution.
• Fluency with ERP tools and advanced Microsoft 365 skills.
• Strong organization, prioritization, and attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication; strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coordinate logistics across multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end movement of materials in a manufacturing setting.
• Coordinate with Sales, Operations, EHS and other partners to ensure orders are accurate, compliant, and on time.
• Guide a warehouse team and steward carrier relationships, costs, and documentation.
• Manage hazardous and non-hazardous shipments under IMDG and IATA rules.
• Verify receipts and reconcile to purchase orders; maintain inventory accuracy via cycle counts.
• Supervise Warehouse Operators and coach performance; enforce policy.
• Evaluate carriers, monitor freight spend, verify invoices, and resolve claims.
• Own departmental budgeting; maintain warehouse safety and industrial hygiene standards.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Inventory management

Carrier evaluation

Freight cost analysis

ERP proficiency

Microsoft 365

Strong communication

Multidepartment coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft 365

Job description

About the roleLead the end-to-end movement of materials in a manufacturing setting—from receiving raw inputs to shipping finished goods across domestic and international lanes. You will coordinate closely with Sales, Operations, EHS, and other partners to ensure every order is accurate, compliant, cost-effective, and on time. You’ll also guide a warehouse team and steward carrier relationships, costs, and documentation.A day in the jobYou will set the pace for safe, compliant logistics. That includes managing hazardous and non-hazardous shipments under IMDG and IATA rules, aligning with EHS to segregate reactive chemicals, and confirming that products are labeled, stored, and documented correctly. You’ll verify receipts (counts and lot numbers), reconcile to purchase orders, and keep inventory precise through disciplined cycle counts. You will supervise Warehouse Operators—coaching performance, enforcing policy, and applying discipline when necessary. On the transportation side, you will evaluate carriers, monitor and analyze freight spend, verify invoices, and resolve claims. You’ll own departmental budgeting, maintain warehouse safety and industrial hygiene standards, and continuously improve efficiency while nurturing a culture of teamwork, accountability, safety, and learning.QualificationsBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.5+ years of logistics experience within manufacturing.International shipping/logistics background.Hands-on inventory management expertise.Experience with ERP systems.Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365.Core capabilitiesExpertise in domestic and international shipping and receiving.Proficiency handling both hazardous and non-hazardous materials.Working knowledge of IMDG and IATA shipment requirements.Inventory control and cycle counting discipline.Warehouse operations and proper material storage practices.Carrier evaluation, invoice review, cost monitoring, and freight claim resolution.Fluency with ERP tools and advanced Microsoft 365 skills.Strong organization, prioritization, and attention to detail.Clear written and verbal communication; strong interpersonal skills.Ability to coordinate logistics across multiple departments.Knowledge of warehouse safety and industrial hygiene.Schedule and work environmentMonday through Friday, generally 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Core availability required from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; flexibility outside those hours.37.5-hour workweek.No travel required.This role works in both industrial and office settings, uses standard office equipment, and involves frequent interaction with warehouse and logistics operations.Physical requirementsOccasional standing, walking, sitting, handling objects, reaching with hands and arms, and stair climbing.Ability to lift or move office products and supplies up to 20 pounds.PreferredExperience working with a unionized workforce.Employment classificationFull-time, exempt position.Other informationThis description reflects the general scope of work. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may evolve with business needs.