Matrix designs, manufactures, and sells innovative technological products that help keep people safe. Originally focused on the underground coal mining industry, Matrix has expanded into new industrial markets in the United States and globally.
We are currently seeking a Warehouse Manager to oversee all aspects of our warehouse operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proven history of managing inventory, coordinating shipments, and optimizing warehouse efficiency. The Warehouse Manager will play a crucial role in ensuring smooth and efficient operations, maintaining inventory accuracy, and fostering a safe working environment for all warehouse personnel. This position works in a team environment at our home office in Newburgh, IN. This is not a remote position.
This position reports to the Vice President of Manufacturing.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Inventory Management:
o Oversee all aspects of inventory management, including receiving, storage, and distribution of goods.
o Implement and maintain inventory control procedures to ensure accuracy and minimize discrepancies.
o Conduct regular inventory audits to reconcile physical stock counts with system records.
• Warehouse Operations:
o Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) to optimize warehouse efficiency and productivity.
o Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of goods.
o Monitor warehouse KPIs, such as order fulfillment rates, on-time delivery, and inventory turnover.
• Team Leadership:
o Lead and motivate a team of warehouse staff, including supervisors, pickers, packers, etc.
o Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to ensure high levels of productivity and morale.
o Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the warehouse team.
• Quality Control:
o Support the company’s ISO/IEC80079-34 initiatives.
o Implement/administer quality control measures to ensure all incoming and outgoing goods meet company standards.
o Conduct regular inspections of goods and facilities to identify and address any quality issues.
o Collaborate with other departments to resolve quality-related issues and prevent recurrence.
• Safety Compliance:
o Enforce safety protocols and procedures to create a safe working warehouse environment.
o Conduct regular safety training sessions and ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory requirements.
o Investigate and report any accidents or incidents, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Vendor and Supplier Management:
o Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors, suppliers, and logistics partners.
o Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service agreements to optimize costs and service levels.
o Address any issues or concerns related to vendor performance or product quality.
Qualifications & Competencies
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field (preferred).
• Proven experience in warehouse management or a similar role, with a minimum of 7 years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management principles, and logistics processes.
• Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
• Proficiency in warehouse management systems (WMS) and other relevant software applications.
• Solid understanding of safety regulations and best practices in a warehouse environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Benefits
• First day coverage of all benefits – no waiting period
• No premium medical, dental and vision insurance
• Basic Life (2x annual base salary at no cost)
• Optional Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance (no cost)
• 401(k) Plan with up to an 8% company match
• FSA for Health Care and Dependent Care
• 10 Paid annual holidays plus vacation time
• Educational Reimbursement Program
• Scholarship Program
Working Conditions
• Working conditions will be primarily inside the warehouse with some level of climate control. Outdoor duties may be required.
Physical Requirements
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, or crouch. The employee may need to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.