Warehouse Lead

Job Title: Warehouse LeadJob DescriptionThe Warehouse Lead plays a critical, hands-on role in directing daily stockroom and warehouse operations to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate movement of materials in a manufacturing environment. This position oversees receiving, shipping, material handling, work order kitting, and cycle counting while using ERP/MRP systems, specifically SAP, to maintain precise inventory data. The Warehouse Lead coordinates a small team, partners closely with planning and production, and drives continuous improvements in warehouse processes and material flow.Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and cross-train warehouse personnel across receiving, kitting, shipping, cycle counting, and material handling to maintain high productivity and operational flexibility.
• Provide day-to-day leadership for a team of approximately two employees in shipping and receiving, including assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and supporting development.
• Conduct daily operational meetings with planning and production teams to review incoming and outgoing schedules, align priorities, and adjust workload as needed.
• Enforce safety regulations, company EHS policies, and 5S housekeeping standards throughout the warehouse and stockroom areas.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including root-cause and corrective action reviews, and contribute to updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhance warehouse workflows.
• Oversee daily shipping operations to ensure finished goods are accurately picked, inspected, packaged, and dispatched in accordance with customer and internal requirements.
• Prepare, review, and audit shipping documentation such as Bills of Lading, packing lists, customs documentation, and carrier manifests for accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure strict adherence to trade compliance requirements and internal shipping quality standards for all outbound shipments.
• Direct the prompt unloading, inspection, and verification of incoming raw materials, parts, and supplies against purchase orders.
• Log and manage receiving exceptions, discrepancies, and damaged goods in a timely manner, collaborating with Quality and Purchasing to resolve issues and minimize delays.
• Ensure all received materials are accurately transacted in the ERP system and put away in correct bin locations to maintain stock accuracy.
• Oversee component kitting and staging for Manufacturing Orders according to production schedules, ensuring materials are available when needed.
• Serve as the main point of contact for production teams requesting additional work order materials or consumable supplies, responding quickly to support manufacturing needs.
• Drive best practices for material handling throughout the logistics flow to prevent damage, maintain batch traceability, and support quality requirements.
• Lead and administer regular cycle counting programs and physical inventory audits to meet or exceed target KPIs for stock accuracy.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence and improve system and process reliability.
• Manage non-conforming material processes, including maintaining designated quarantine areas and coordinating with relevant stakeholders on disposition.
• Perform accurate data entry in ERP/MRP systems, particularly SAP, to record inventory movements, adjustments, and transactions.
• Support production and engineering teams by ensuring timely and accurate availability of materials for ongoing and new technology projects.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of direct lead experience in a warehouse, stockroom, or similar operational environment.
• Proven experience leading and supervising a team, including at least one direct report, in shipping and receiving operations.
• Strong ERP/MRP experience with a focus on SAP, including hands-on use for inventory management, transactions, and reporting.
• Demonstrated experience in inventory management and inventory control within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in shipping and receiving, including outbound logistics and inbound logistics processes.
• Experience with material handling, kitting, and staging of components for production or manufacturing orders.
• Proficiency with cycle counting and physical inventory audits, including investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Ability to interpret and prepare shipping documentation such as Bills of Lading, packing lists, and related paperwork.
• Familiarity with 5S principles and the ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Strong data entry skills with attention to detail and accuracy in ERP systems.
• Ability to meet ITAR-related compliance requirements.
• Effective communication and coordination skills to work closely with planning, production, quality, and purchasing teams.
• Solid understanding of warehouse safety practices and EHS policies.

Why Work Here?You will join a clean, modern manufacturing site that supports cutting-edge work and projects in advanced technology fields, including applications for aerospace and defense. The facility also operates as an R&D center, giving employees exposure to innovative engineering initiatives and new technology development. Eligible employees may access a comprehensive benefits package that can include medical, dental, and vision coverage; critical illness, accident, and hospital plans; a 401(k) retirement plan with both pre-tax and post-tax contribution options; voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employees and dependents; short- and long-term disability; a Health Spending Account; transportation benefits; and an Employee Assistance Program. Depending on eligibility and role classification, employees may also accrue paid time off, vacation, or sick leave of up to 120 hours per year, supporting work-life balance and personal well-being.Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a clean manufacturing environment producing fiber optics for government and private customers. Work takes place in a warehouse and stockroom setting that interfaces closely with production and R&D areas. The facility operates a cleanroom-type environment where employees wear a basic gown similar to a lab coat to protect products and maintain cleanliness standards. The position follows a day shift schedule, typically Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Work involves regular use of ERP/MRP systems, particularly SAP, along with standard warehouse equipment and material handling tools. The environment emphasizes safety, 5S housekeeping, and adherence to quality and compliance requirements. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tualatin, OR. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tualatin, OR. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Tualatin,OR.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.