Warehouse Manager

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Life insurance

Supplemental coverage

HSA

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Casual dress code

Snacks in the workplace

Job summary

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc (ESAero) seeks a Warehouse Manager to lead daily warehouse operations in San Luis Obispo, CA, ensuring inventory accuracy, material fulfillment, kitting, staging, and manufacturing support. The role emphasizes safety, compliance with AS9100, ITAR/EAR, OSHA, and company procedures; it is an on-site leadership position with competitive compensation.

You will supervise staff, assign labor, coordinate with Production, Quality, Purchasing, and Logistics, and drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in warehouse or materials management with leadership.
• Experience in aerospace or regulated environments preferred.
• Knowledge of AS9100, ITAR/EAR, OSHA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily warehouse operations and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Supervise, train, and develop warehouse staff.
• Plan daily labor and support production schedules.
• Ensure procedures, quality standards, and ERP/MRP transactions are followed.

Skills

Leadership experience

Warehouse operations

Inventory control

ERP/MRP systems

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Operations/Logistics

Job description

Warehouse Manager

Job Summary: The Warehouse Manager is responsible for the daily execution of warehouse operations supporting inventory control, material fulfillment, kitting, staging, and manufacturing requirements. This position provides leadership to warehouse personnel, ensuring safe, accurate, and efficient completion of operational activities while maintaining compliance with established procedures, quality standards, and company requirements. The Warehouse Manager manages day-to-day warehouse activities, assigns resources based on operational priorities, maintains inventory accuracy through effective execution of established processes, and partners with the Fulfillment Manager to continuously improve warehouse performance.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Lead daily warehouse operations, including material movement, kitting, staging, inventory transactions, and support of manufacturing requirements.
• Supervise, train, coach, and develop warehouse personnel while promoting accountability, teamwork, safety, and operational excellence.
• Plan and assign daily labor resources to support production schedules, fulfillment requirements, and departmental priorities.
• Ensure warehouse activities are completed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with established procedures, work instructions, quality standards, and company requirements.
• Execute inventory control processes established by the Fulfillment Manager, including cycle counts, physical inventories, reconciliations, and accurate ERP/MRP transactions.
• Maintain proper handling, storage, identification, preservation, and traceability of materials, components, and inventory.
• Manage kitting and staging activities to ensure materials are prepared accurately and available to support production requirements.
• Maintain warehouse organization, material flow, housekeeping standards, and effective utilization of storage space.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ITAR/EAR, OSHA, safety policies, and company procedures through consistent execution of established requirements.
• Monitor warehouse performance, communicate operational results and challenges, and provide recommendations for improvement to the Fulfillment Manager.
• Support implementation of process improvements, system changes, and operational initiatives established by the Fulfillment Manager.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, Purchasing, Logistics, and other departments to resolve operational issues affecting workflow and material availability.
• Manage warehouse equipment and material handling resources, ensuring proper operation, maintenance, and safe usage.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain management, Operations, Business, Logistics, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years of warehouse, inventory, or materials experience with demonstrated leadership responsibility.
• Experience managing warehouse operations in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or another regulated environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control processes, material handling, and ERP/MRP systems.
• Experience leading teams, assigning workload, and driving accountability in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of AS9100, ITAR/EAR, OSHA, and material traceability requirements preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout warehouse and production environments for extended periods.
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Ability to work effectively in an active warehouse and manufacturing environment with exposure to material handling activities, moving equipment, varying temperatures, and elevated noise levels associated with daily operations.

Comprehensive Benefits & Perks:

• Health & Wellness: Choose from three health, dental, and vision plans - including a 100% employer-paid option covering both employees and their families.

• Paid Time Off: Enjoy 120 hours of PTO, 80 hours accrued plus an additional 40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day off.

• Life Insurance: $25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy, with the option to purchase additional coverage for employees and their families.

• Supplemental Coverage: Access optional benefits such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage.

• Health Savings Account (HSA): Take advantage of a tax-advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses.

• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with a company match to support your financial future.

• Paid Holidays: Enjoy 9 paid holidays throughout the year.

• Work Environment: A casual dress code, complimentary snacks, and a welcoming company culture.

• Ideal Location: Work in an area that offers an outstanding quality of life - a perfect place to live, work, and play!

Company Overview:

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc (ESAero) is a leader in aerospace engineering, product development, and manufacturing, dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective solutions to the industry. We specialize in cutting-edge system design, rapid product development, precision manufacturing, comprehensive testing, and technology demonstrations to support the evolving needs of the aerospace community. Committed to excellence, on-time delivery, and continuous growth, we invest in infrastructure to expand our manufacturing and aftermarket capabilities while maintaining the highest standards of engineering services.

At ESAero, we don’t just build products, we engineer solutions that propel the aerospace industry forward.

This position is fully on-site at ESAero in San Luis Obispo, CA

ESAero is an equal opportunity employer.

E-Verify participation required for employment. All ESAero positions require US citizenship or US resident status. Must be able to pass background check and drug screening.

Hiring Range: $80k-$105k Salary/Exempt