Warehouse Manager

Position Overview

The Warehouse Manager oversees all daily operations of ASUC’s Shelby warehouse, ensuring efficient, safe, and accurate movement of materials from receiving through final shipment. This role requires a hands-on leader with strong logistics knowledge, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a commitment to excellence in service, safety, and performance.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in warehouse environments and proven success managing teams in high-volume distribution settings. Familiarity with electrical utility products, testing lab processes, and third-party shipping logistics (FedEx, UPS, LTL, and freight carriers) is highly preferred. We are a fast paced, fast growing local business.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Operations Management

- Direct all daily warehouse activities including receiving, stocking, organizing, picking, staging, packaging, and shipping.

- Supervise and mentor warehouse staff; build a motivated, safety-minded, and high-performing team.

- Plan and assign work schedules based on order volume, truck schedules, and manpower.

- Oversee outbound logistics — ensure timely, accurate shipments using FedEx, UPS, LTL carriers, and dedicated freight.

- Ensure all inbound deliveries are checked, received, and properly documented.

- Coordinate closely with the purchasing and sales departments to maintain real-time visibility of order status.

- Collaborate with corporate leadership to scale warehouse operations as business growth continues.

Inventory Control & Systems

- Maintain inventory accuracy through daily cycle counts, audits, and system updates in ASUC’s ERP system.

- Monitor product locations and warehouse organization for efficiency and space optimization.

- Investigate and resolve discrepancies or damages in receiving and shipping.

- Support process improvements and implement best practices for materials handling and inventory tracking.

Safety, Compliance & Maintenance

- Enforce OSHA regulations and ASUC’s internal safety protocols; ensure all team members are properly trained.

- Conduct regular inspections of warehouse equipment, vehicles, and facilities.

- Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free working conditions at all times.

- Support compliance with testing lab requirements and proper storage of certified PPE and electrical safety equipment.

Shipping, Logistics & Growth Support

- Manage relationships with carriers and negotiate rates and pickups as needed.

- Track freight performance and resolve delivery or claim issues quickly.

- Coordinate large customer shipments and project-based orders requiring special handling or timing.

- Help implement warehouse layout improvements and automation as operations expand.

Qualifications

- 10+ years of warehouse or logistics experience (distribution, shipping/receiving, or fulfillment).

- 2–3 years of warehouse management or supervisory experience required.

- Preferable knowledge of the electrical utility industry or experience with industrial/safety equipment.

- Strong leadership and communication skills with a hands-on management style.

- Familiarity with ERP systems and shipping platforms (FedEx Ship Manager, UPS WorldShip, LTL portals, etc.).

- Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving abilities.

- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and operate warehouse equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.).

- OSHA safety certification or willingness to obtain preferred.

Join Our Team

At American Safety Utility Corporation, every shipment we send supports the safety of electrical lineworkers and power professionals across the nation. If you’re an experienced warehouse leader who thrives in a fast-growing, high-volume environment, we invite you to bring your expertise and leadership to our team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- Dental insurance

- Employee discount

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person