Position SummaryThe Shipping & Receiving Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all inbound and outbound logistics operations within a defense aerospace manufacturing environment. This role ensures compliance with defense industry regulations, material traceability requirements, inventory accuracy, and on-time delivery of mission-critical components and assemblies. The supervisor leads warehouse personnel, coordinates with production and quality teams, and ensures adherence to AS9100, ITAR, DFARS, and government contracting requirements.
Key Responsibilities Shipping Operations - Supervise daily shipment of defense aerospace components, assemblies, and classified or controlled materials
- Ensure all outbound shipments comply with customer, military, and export control requirements
- Review and approve packing lists, bills of lading, certifications, DD forms, and shipping documentation
- Coordinate domestic and international shipments with approved carriers and freight providers
- Maintain strict chain-of-custody and traceability requirements for defense-related products
- Monitor on-time delivery performance and resolve shipping discrepancies
Receiving Operations - Oversee receipt, inspection, and verification of incoming aerospace materials, hardware, tooling, and special processing documentation
- Validate material certifications, Certificates of Conformance (CoCs), and traceability documentation
- Coordinate receiving inspections with Quality Assurance and Supply Chain teams
- Segregate and process non-conforming or suspect materials according to company procedures
- Ensure accurate ERP/MRP system transactions and inventory updates
Inventory & Materials Management - Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counting, audits, and material reconciliation
- Control lot traceability, serialized inventory, shelf-life materials, and controlled storage requirements
- Support production schedules through accurate material staging and kitting operations
- Implement FIFO and material handling procedures
- Ensure warehouse organization and efficient material flow
Compliance & Regulatory Oversight - AS9100 quality management standards
- ITAR/EAR export regulations
- DFARS and government contract requirements
- OSHA and environmental health & safety standards
- Support internal, customer, and government audits
- Maintain audit-ready documentation and record retention systems
- Enforce security procedures for controlled defense materials and data
Leadership & Team Management - Supervise, train, and develop shipping and receiving personnel
- Assign daily workloads and monitor department productivity
- Conduct performance reviews and corrective actions as necessary
- Promote continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and 5S initiatives
- Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and quality compliance
Required Qualifications - High school diploma or GED required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred
- 5+ years of shipping, receiving, warehouse, or logistics experience in aerospace, defense, or regulated manufacturing
- 2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience
- Knowledge of defense aerospace quality and compliance requirements
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Costpoint, or Epicor
- Understanding of inventory control and material traceability practices
- Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification
Preferred Qualifications - Experience supporting DoD, military, or government contracts
- NADCAP documentation requirements
- Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma experience
- Hazardous material shipping certification preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Physical Requirements - Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and material handling
- Ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and warehouse equipment
- Work in warehouse and manufacturing environments with varying temperatures and noise levels
Pay range for this role
$66,000-$94,500 USD
What's in it for you:Benefits:
- Competitive total compensation package
- Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
- 401k with company-match
- 3 weeks of paid time off each year
- 40 hours of sick time
- 12 annual company holidays
