Shipping & Receiving Supervisor

Zone 5 Technologies; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 66,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with company-match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Zone 5 Technologies in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Supervisor to oversee inbound and outbound logistics in a defense aerospace manufacturing setting. You will ensure material traceability, regulatory compliance (AS9100, ITAR/EAR, DFARS), and on-time delivery of critical components.

Lead warehouse personnel, coordinate with production and quality teams, and maintain ERP/MRP transactions while enforcing safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years shipping, receiving, warehouse, or logistics experience in aerospace, defense, or regulated manufacturing.
• 2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Knowledge of defense aerospace quality and compliance requirements.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Costpoint, or Epicor.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily shipment of defense aerospace components, assemblies, and classified or controlled materials.
• Coordinate domestic and international shipments with approved carriers and freight providers.
• Oversee receipt, inspection, and verification of incoming aerospace materials, hardware, tooling, and documentation.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counting, audits, and material reconciliation.
• Lead and develop shipping and receiving personnel.

Skills

Supervisory experience

ERP/MRP systems

Aerospace logistics

Quality/compliance

Inventory control

Lean/Six Sigma

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Costpoint

Epicor

Job description

At Zone 5 Technologies, we're redefining what's possible in unmanned aircraft systems. Our team of engineers and innovators is developing cutting‑edge autonomous solutions that push the boundaries of UAS technology - solving complex challenges that matter.

We're building the future of UAS capabilities, and we're looking for exceptional talent to join us. If you're driven by hard problems, energized by rapid innovation, and ready to make an impact on next‑generation flight systems, you belong here.

Position Summary

The Shipping & Receiving Supervisoris responsible foroverseeing all inbound and outboundlogisticsoperations within a defense aerospace manufacturing environment. This role ensures compliance with defense industry regulations, material traceability requirements, inventory accuracy, and on‑time delivery of mission‑critical components and assemblies. The supervisor leads warehouse personnel, coordinates with production and quality teams, and ensures adherence to AS9100, ITAR, DFARS, and government contracting requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Shipping Operations

• Supervise daily shipment of defense aerospace components, assemblies, and classified or controlled materials
• Ensure all outbound shipmentscomply withcustomer, military, and export control requirements
• Review and approve packing lists, bills of lading, certifications, DD forms, and shipping documentation
• Coordinate domestic and international shipments with approved carriers and freight providers
• Maintain strict chain-of-custody and traceability requirements for defense-related products
• Monitor on-time delivery performance and resolve shipping discrepancies

Receiving Operations

• Oversee receipt, inspection, and verification of incoming aerospace materials, hardware, tooling, and special processing documentation
• Validate material certifications, Certificates of Conformance (CoCs), and traceability documentation
• Coordinate receiving inspections with Quality Assurance and Supply Chain teams
• Segregate and process non-conforming or suspect materials according to company procedures
• EnsureaccurateERP/MRP system transactions and inventory updates

Inventory & Materials Management

• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counting, audits, and material reconciliation
• Control lot traceability, serialized inventory, shelf-life materials, and controlled storage requirements
• Support production schedules throughaccuratematerial staging and kitting operations
• Implement FIFO and material handling procedures
• Ensure warehouse organization and efficient material flow

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

• Ensure compliance with:
• AS9100 quality management standards
• ITAR/EAR export regulations
• DFARS and government contract requirements
• OSHA and environmental health & safety standards
• Support internal, customer, and government audits
• Maintain audit-readydocumentation and record retention systems
• Enforce security procedures for controlled defense materials and data

Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise, train, and develop shipping and receiving personnel
• Assign daily workloads andmonitordepartment productivity
• Conduct performance reviews and corrective actions as necessary
• Promote continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and 5S initiatives
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and quality compliance

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GEDrequired;associate’s or bachelor’sdegree preferred
• 5+ years of shipping, receiving, warehouse, orlogisticsexperience in aerospace, defense, or regulated manufacturing
• 2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience
• Knowledge of defense aerospace quality and compliance requirements
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Costpoint, or Epicor
• Understanding ofinventory control and material traceability practices
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD, military, or government contracts
• Familiarity with:
• AS9100
• DFARS
• NADCAP documentation requirements
• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigmaexperience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability tolift upto 50 pounds
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and material handling
• Ability tooperateforklifts, pallet jacks, and warehouse equipment
• Work in warehouse and manufacturing environments with varying temperatures and noise levels

Pay range for this role

$66,000 - $94,500 USD

What's in it for you:

• Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
• 401k with company-match
• 3 weeks of paid time off each year
• 40 hours of sick time
• 12 annual company holidays

Why Join Zone 5 Technologies?

• Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future of defense and aerospace.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Zone 5 Technologies is a federal contractor and participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. As required by law, we will verify the identity and employment authorization of all new employees using the E-Verify system. Learn more about your rights and responsibilities under E-Verify: https://www.e-verify.gov .

This job is located in Fort Worth, TX.

If you are passionate about unmanned aircraft technology and want to be a part of a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you.