Lakeland Industries
Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Manager
DES MOINES, IA - Full Time
Job Description
Position: Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Manager
Department: Production : Operations
Work Schedule: M-Th 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (40 Hours/Week; Hourly)
Location: Glove Production Facility – Des Moines, Iowa
Reports To: Production Manager
Position Summary
The Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Manager oversees the flow of materials, supplies, and finished goods throughout the facility to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with quality standards. This role manages the coordination of inbound and outbound shipments, maintains accurate inventory records, and provides oversight for material handling within production. Success in this position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Knowledge & Experience Required
Key Responsibilities
Position: Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Manager
Department: Production : Operations
Work Schedule: M-Th 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (40 Hours/Week; Hourly)
Location: Glove Production Facility – Des Moines, Iowa
Reports To: Production Manager
Position Summary
The Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Manager oversees the flow of materials, supplies, and finished goods throughout the facility to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with quality standards. This role manages the coordination of inbound and outbound shipments, maintains accurate inventory records, and provides oversight for material handling within production. Success in this position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Knowledge & Experience Required
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in shipping/receiving, inventory control, or warehouse management within a manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with UPS, FedEx, USPS, and LTL/FTL freight shipping required.
- Working knowledge of ERP systems, inventory management software, and shipping platforms.
- Understanding of quality management systems (ISO or equivalent) and compliance requirements.
- Forklift certification and knowledge of safe material-handling practices preferred.
- Ability to lift and move boxes up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
- Knowledge of OSHA warehouse/facility safety requirements and commitment to compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Shipping & Receiving: Plan, schedule, and coordinate outgoing shipments; verify, document, and track incoming materials. Manage domestic and international shipments through UPS, FedEx, USPS, and LTL/FTL freight carriers, ensuring compliance with carrier requirements, customer specifications, and cost efficiency.
- Inventory Control: Lead inventory management, including cycle counts, reconciliation, and reporting. Assign raw materials to manufactured lots and create work orders to support production objectives.
- Material Handling: Safely move, load, and unload materials, including lifting boxes up to 50 lbs as required. Operate forklifts or pallet jacks where applicable.
- Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate shipping, receiving, and customer records in alignment with Veridian’s Quality Management System, Quality Policy, and work instructions.
- Supervision & Coordination: Provide oversight to Cutting Department activity and other material-handling functions to ensure timely flow of goods.
- Housekeeping & Safety: Ensure daily housekeeping and compliance with OSHA warehouse and facility safety requirements, including proper storage, hazard communication, and safe equipment operation.
- Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate with production, purchasing, and quality teams to resolve discrepancies and support operational efficiency.
- Other Duties: Perform additional responsibilities as directed to support facility operations.
