Warehouse Manager: 1st Shift

Hentzen Coatings; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Generous PTO

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Referral bonus

Job summary

Hentzen Coatings, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Manager for the Batavia, IL plant to lead daily warehouse operations and drive efficient shipping, receiving, and inventory processes. This hands-on role combines people leadership with active involvement in warehouse tasks.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree or equivalent, 2–4 years in manufacturing (chemicals/coatings preferred), and strong ERP/Microsoft Office skills. Expect a Monday–Friday first shift with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Two to four years manufacturing experience preferred, ideally in chemicals, coatings, or regulated industry.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ERP systems.
• DOT/IATA/HAZMAT shipping regulations knowledge is preferred.
• Forklift certification is strongly preferred.
• Experience handling domestic and international shipments.
• Understanding of freight rates, load planning, and weight limitations.
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Team-oriented with strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee shipping and receiving operations and ensure accurate documentation.
• Direct and train team members involved in shipping, receiving, unloading, and order fulfillment.
• Oversee receipt and unloading of bulk tank wagons and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ERP data for raw materials and finished goods.
• Apply continuous improvement to increase efficiency and product movement.
• Coordinate annual inventory counts and reconcile data in the ERP system.
• Conduct cost analyses of departmental activities as required.
• Ensure safety, housekeeping, and regulatory training are current.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Warehouse Manager

(Batavia, IL Plant)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 1st Shift

Pay Range: $80,000-$95,000 per year (based on experience and qualifications)

Since 1923, Hentzen Coatings, Inc. has remained an independent, privately held company dedicated to excellence in the development and manufacture of advanced coatings. Our commitment to innovation, quality, and service has earned us recognition as a trusted partner and technology leader in the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. With nearly a century of experience, we’ve mastered the art of custom-engineering coatings to meet the unique and demanding requirements of our customers. This innovation comes to life in our state-of-the‑art facilities, where talented teams collaborate to solve complex challenges and deliver cutting‑edge solutions.

Position Summary

The Warehouse Manager will serve as a hands‑on leader responsible for daily warehouse operations while actively contributing alongside the team. This role combines people leadership with direct involvement in shipping, receiving, and warehouse tasks to ensure efficient support of manufacturing and timely, accurate fulfillment of customer orders.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct shipping and receiving operations, including the receipt of raw and non-raw materials and the preparation of finished goods shipments.
• Assign work and provide instruction to team members involved in shipping, receiving, unloading deliveries, and order fulfillment.
• Oversee the receipt and unloading of bulk tank wagons.
• Ensure all shipping documentation, packaging, and related activities comply with applicable DOT and governmental regulations.
• Ensure shipping and receiving transactions are accurately recorded in the ERP system.
• Develop, implement, and maintain processes to ensure accurate inventory records for raw materials and finished goods.
• Apply continuous improvement principles to enhance departmental operations, workflow efficiency, and product movement.
• Responsible for adequate scheduling to count, organize the floor, verify discrepancies, and reconcile final data within the company’s ERP system during the Batavia Facility’s Annual Physical Inventory.
• Conduct cost analysis of departmental activities as required.
• Coordinate and conduct departmental training, ensuring required regulatory and compliance training remains current.
• Ensure team compliance with housekeeping, safety, and environmental standards; promote and model safe work practices.
• Oversee proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste in accordance with established procedures and required training.
• Enforce safety rules for all direct reports, including coaching, additional safety training as needed, and stopping and reporting unsafe conditions or behaviors.
• Interview, hire, discipline, and terminate employees as required, in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Conduct semi‑annual employee performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching and feedback.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

• Associate degree from a two-year technical college or a four-year university preferred; equivalent experience strongly considered.
• Two to four years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred, ideally within chemicals, coatings, or a regulated industry.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), ERP systems, and standard office equipment.
• Working knowledge of DOT, IATA, and hazardous materials (HAZMAT) shipping regulations.
• DOT/HAZMAT/IATA certifications preferred.
• Experience managing domestic and international shipments.
• Forklift certification is strongly preferred.
• Understanding of freight rates, load planning procedures, and weight limitations.
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment and build strong working relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong team‑building capabilities.
• Demonstrates company core values, including Integrity, Loyalty, Passion, Commitment, and Respect.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to communicate verbally and audibly in a manufacturing or operational setting.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, and move throughout the work area.
• Regular use of hands and fingers to handle, manipulate, and control objects, tools, or equipment.
• Required to sit, balance, stoop, and occasionally reach above shoulder level.
• Occasional operation of machinery using foot controls
• May be required to climb, balance, and reach overhead as part of job duties.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 65 lbs.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Safety shoes, safety glasses, and flame‑retardant uniforms or lab coats are required in production areas.
• Respirators and ear plugs are required for specific production processes.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package.
• Generous PTO policy
• 401(k) Employer Match: We match employee contributions up to 8% of eligible compensation.
• Profit Sharing: Discretionary annual contribution based on company performance.
• Employee referral bonus program
• Monthly employee food trucks
• …and much more!

At Hentzen, you’ll find more than a job—you’ll discover an opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact. If you’re ready to join a company known for its heritage of innovation and dedication to its people, we invite you to explore a rewarding career with us.

Hentzen Coatings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

All candidates are subject to post‑offer testing: including a job‑related pre‑employment physical, drug screen, and background check.