Warehouse Operations Leader: Inventory, Safety & CI

Prince Manufacturing, Inc.; Mills River (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince Manufacturing, Inc. is looking for a Warehouse Manager for their Mills River, NC location. This full-time on-site role will manage all warehouse operations, ensuring efficient and safe handling of materials and finished goods. Responsibilities include overseeing daily activities like receiving, storage, and shipping, and coordinating with various teams to meet delivery requirements.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong inventory management skills, proven leadership, and a commitment to safety and quality. A high school diploma is required; further education in supply chain or operations is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong inventory-focused skills with ability to maintain records.
• Operations Management experience in warehouse environment.
• Hands-on capabilities for safe Forklift Operation.
• Experience with warehouse or ERP systems for decision-making.
• Proven leadership skills for supervising and managing performance.
• Commitment to safety and quality in manufacturing settings.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration across departments.
• High school diploma required; additional education preferred.
• Previous warehouse management experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all warehouse operations to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Manage daily activities including receiving, storage, and shipping.
• Lead and schedule warehouse staff and assign tasks.
• Coordinate with production, purchasing, and quality teams.
• Enforce safety standards and maintain warehouse equipment.
• Track key performance metrics and support improvement initiatives.

Skills

Inventory Management

Operations Management

Forklift Operation

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Continuous Improvement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Additional education in supply chain or operations

Tools

Epicor ERP system

Job description

Prince Manufacturing, Inc. is a contract manufacturing company specializing in fabrication, forming, coating and finishing, and assembly. The company serves a wide range of industries, including military, automotive, appliance, heavy truck, agriculture, construction, electrical distribution, and hardware. With facilities in the Midwest, Southeast, and Mexico, Prince Manufacturing offers capabilities such as metal fabrication, advanced coatings, welding, riveting, custom packaging, and order fulfillment. All facilities are ISO 14001 and ISO 9001:2015 registered and hold select customer and industry certifications, supporting consistent quality and operational excellence. Team members join a multi-site organization focused on continuous improvement, safety, and reliable service to diverse customers.

Role Description

The Warehouse Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Mills River, NC, responsible for overseeing all warehouse operations to ensure accurate, efficient, and safe handling of materials and finished goods. This role manages daily activities including receiving, storage, picking, packing, shipping, and internal material movement, while maintaining inventory accuracy and stock organization. The Warehouse Manager will lead and schedule warehouse staff, assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide training on safety, equipment use, and standard operating procedures. Day-to-day responsibilities include coordinating with production, purchasing, and quality teams to meet customer delivery requirements and optimize warehouse space and workflows. The role also involves enforcing safety and housekeeping standards, maintaining warehouse equipment (including forklifts), tracking key performance metrics, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong inventory-focused skills, including Inventory Management, Inventory Control, and Stock Control, with the ability to maintain accurate records and minimize variances.
• Operations Management experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment, including planning, prioritizing, and optimizing warehouse processes.
• Hands-on equipment capabilities, including safe Forklift Operation and familiarity with other common warehouse material handling equipment.
• Experience using warehouse or ERP systems, barcoding, and basic data analysis to support decision-making. Epicor ERP system experience a plus.
• Proven leadership skills, including team supervision, scheduling, coaching, and performance management.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing or distribution setting.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with multiple levels of the organization.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education in supply chain, operations, or a related field is preferred.
• Previous warehouse management or lead experience in a manufacturing environment is highly beneficial.