Shipping and Receiving Manager

Parker Aerospace; Danville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Parker Aerospace is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Warehouse Manager to oversee daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping. You will supervise staff, maintain inventory accuracy, and ensure safety compliance while optimizing processes to meet company goals.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor degree in a related field with 5–7 years of manufacturing shipping/materials experience, strong leadership, and knowledge of SAP/inventory software to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or related field.
• 5-7 years of manufacturing experience in shipping or materials management in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience as a Warehouse Manager or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, and logistics.
• Experience with SAP and inventory software.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills; strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• APICS certification is a plus but not required.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping of goods.
• Supervise and train warehouse staff to achieve productivity and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and coordinate with procurement to manage stock levels.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and company policies.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
• Lead lean initiatives such as 5S and standard work.
• Prepare reports on warehouse performance and staffing.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or related field

APICS certification

Tools

SAP

Inventory software

Job description

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges.

At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference. We believe that the key to bringing talented new team members into our organization is by focusing on everyone’s talents and potential rather than the job specification. If you have innovative ideas and a commitment to excellence, we are more than happy to consider you for other roles in Parker that may be a good fit.

Position Summary

The Shipping & Receiving Warehouse Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the warehouse, ensuring efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods. This role involves managing warehouse staff, maintaining inventory accuracy, ensuring safety compliance, and optimizing warehouse processes to meet company goals.

Essential Functions

• Oversee all warehouse activities including receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping of goods.
• Supervise, train, and motivate warehouse staff to achieve productivity and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, conduct regular stock counts, and coordinate with procurement and operations teams to manage stock levels.
• Ensure warehouse operations comply with health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse operations, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.
• Ensure proper maintenance and operation of warehouse equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and conveyor systems.
• Prepare and present regular reports on warehouse performance, inventory status, and staff productivity.
• Coordinate with logistics and customer service teams to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
• Assist in managing warehouse budgets, including labor, equipment, and supplies.
• Lead lean initiatives within warehouse operations by driving 5S, standard work, visual management, and waste reduction activities to improve safety, flow, and overall operational performance.
• Champion continuous improvement efforts by analyzing warehouse metrics, identifying process gaps, and implementing corrective actions to enhance productivity, inventory accuracy, and on-time shipment performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required, preferably in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years’ manufacturing experience in shipping or materials management within a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience as a Warehouse Manager or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, and logistics.
• Experience with warehouse management systems, SAP and inventory software.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills; strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the described role and responsibilities and obtain the desired results.
• Demonstrated teamwork and team building skills in producing results and meeting organizational objectives.
• Capable of assessing and developing individual and team skills and capabilities.
• Able to create and maintain enthusiasm for new and challenging goals. Serve as a role model by promoting new ideas and positive changes.
• Must have strong process skills for standardization, continuous improvement and program management.
• Strong analytical skills and working with Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, PowerPoint, etc.
• APICS certification is a plus but not required
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Physical ability to oversee warehouse activities and operate equipment

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team!

Our competitive package includes:

Competitive Compensation

• Participation in Annual Incentive Plan
• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.