Warehouse & Logistics Leader: Inventory, Safety & Ops

Airtech Vacuum; Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 86,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement savings with company

Paid time off

Job summary

Airtech Vacuum, part of IDEX Performance Pneumatics, seeks a Warehouse & Logistics Manager to lead all warehouse operations, shipping, receiving, inventory control, and transportation logistics. You will drive safety, accountability, and continuous improvement across the supply chain.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field, 5–7 years of leadership in warehousing, and hands-on experience with ERP systems (JDE preferred) and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, Business, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 5-7 years of progressive warehouse, distribution, logistics, or supply chain leadership experience.
• 3+ years of people management experience leading large teams in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems (JDE preferred) and inventory management principles.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, warehouse safety standards, and material handling equipment operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead all warehouse activities, including receiving, put-away, storage, material movement, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory transactions.
• Establish and monitor KPIs related to throughput, productivity, inventory accuracy, order fulfillment, and service performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout warehouse and logistics operations. Analyze data to identify opportunities for increased productivity, reduced waste, and improved service. Implement standard work, process controls, visual management, and operational best practices.
• Optimize warehouse layout, storage utilization, and material handling processes. Ensure proper use and maintenance of material handling equipment.
• Oversee all inbound and outbound transportation activities. Ensure timely receipt, processing, and shipment of materials and finished goods.
• Maintain inventory integrity through strong transaction discipline and process controls. Lead cycle count program and physical inventories; identify root causes of inventory variances and implement sustainable solutions.
• Champion a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with all OSHA and company safety requirements. Establish safety metrics and continuously improve warehouse safety performance; monitor through routine training and audits.
• Lead, coach, and develop a large team consisting of team leads and warehouse associates. Conduct performance evaluations, workforce planning, succession planning, and employee development activities.

Skills

Warehouse leadership experience

People management

OSHA safety knowledge

Data analysis mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, Business, or related field

Tools

ERP (JDE)

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis tools

Job description

Airtech Vacuum, part of IDEX Performance Pneumatics, seeks a Warehouse & Logistics Manager to lead all warehouse operations, shipping, receiving, inventory control, and transportation logistics. You will drive safety, accountability, and continuous improvement across the supply chain.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field, 5–7 years of leadership in warehousing, and hands-on experience with ERP systems (JDE preferred) and Excel.