Logistics Manager

RK Industries

Job Location:

Aurora, CO - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 112000 - 130000

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Step into a role that puts you at the center of operational excellence. As Logistics Manager youll own the full flow of materials that keeps production runningdriving efficiency shaping highperforming teams and building a logistics organization designed for scale. This is a chance to lead with vision elevate processes to bestinclass standards and make a measurable impact in a fastgrowing manufacturing environment. If you thrive on continuous improvement strategic leadership and creating order out of complexity this role gives you the platform to transform logistics into a competitive advantage.

Self Made at RK

At RK Self. Made. isnt a tagline its how work gets done. People here build more than projects; they build capability confidence and careers they can be proud of. With so much work designed and fabricated in-house ideas move quickly from concept to shop floor to job site. Teams collaborate across disciplines solve real-world challenges and grow through hands-on work that truly matters.

RK Company Overview

As a second-generation family-owned enterprise RK Industries LLC (RK) offers a diverse range of construction manufacturing advanced fabrication and building services. Led by Rick and Jon Kinning RK represents seven distinct lines of business that work together to provide seamless project collaboration. Our exclusive building methodologies accredited safety standards and professional execution allow us to turn our customers greatest concepts into reality.

Position Summary

Responsible for the end-to-end coordination of shipping and receiving shop floor inventory management material handling team and the strategic staging of materials to support uninterrupted production. The Logistics Manager will serve as a key driver in developing departmental capabilities to scale with business growth and advancing logistics operations by evaluating current-state operations against best-in-class benchmarks.

Role Responsibilities

Team Members:

Build a high-performing logistics organization capable of scaling with our growth trajectory.
Define department structure roles and career development pathways to attract and retain top talent.
Develop training programs and standard operating procedures (SOPs) that create consistent repeatable performance across all logistics functions.
Establish succession planning and cross-training initiatives to ensure operational continuity.

Shipping & Receiving:

Oversee all inbound and outbound freight operations ensuring accurate and timely receipt and documentation of materials and finished goods.
Manage carrier relationships freight contracts and cost and compliance with shipping regulations.
Implement and maintain robust receiving processes to minimize discrepancies.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for on-time delivery damage rates and freight costs.

Shop Floor Inventory:

Maintain accurate real-time inventory records across all shop floor locations including raw materials work-in-progress (WIP) and finished goods staging areas.
Design and enforce inventory control procedures to minimize shrinkage overstock and material shortages.
Partner with production planning and scheduling teams to align inventory availability with production demand.
Lead cycle count programs and periodic physical inventories; develop corrective action plans to address discrepancies.

Material Handling Operations:

Directly supervise and develop material handler teams providing clear direction coaching and performance management.
Establish standardized work procedures for safe and efficient material movement throughout the facility.
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety standards for all material handling equipment and personnel.
Evaluate and optimize the utilization of forklifts pallet jacks conveyors and other material handling equipment.

Production Material Staging:

Develop and implement kitting and staging strategies to replenish the right materials to the right place at the right time in support of shop floor production schedules.
Collaborate closely with production supervisors and scheduling to anticipate material needs and prevent line stoppages.
Design staging areas and supermarkets aligned with lean manufacturing principles including 5S standards.
Continuously refine staging workflows to reduce travel time handling steps and non-value-added activity.

Department Development & Scalability:

Define department structure roles and career development pathways to attract and retain top talent.
Develop training programs and standard operating procedures (SOPs) that create consistent repeatable performance across all logistics functions.
Establish succession planning and cross-training initiatives to ensure operational continuity.

Advance Logistics Operations:

Benchmark departmental performance against best-in-class industry-recognized frameworks and identify capability gaps (i.e. Lean Mfg. and supply chain benchmark assessments).
Develop and execute roadmaps to advance department maturity from reactive operations to proactive data-driven logistics excellence.
Champion the adoption of logistics technologies and systems (WMS ERP barcode/RFID) to enhance visibility and efficiency.
Drive a culture of continuous improvement through Lean Mfg. and structured problem-solving tools and techniques.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Operations Management Business or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
5 years of progressive logistics warehousing or manufacturing operations experience including 2 years in a management role.
Demonstrated experience managing shipping/receiving inventory control and material handling teams in a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency with ERP and/or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
Strong working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and material flow concepts.
Excellent leadership communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Proven ability to analyze operational data and translate insights into actionable improvements.
Knowledgeable with Microsoft Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in mission-critical data center electrical or custom fabrication manufacturing environments.
APICS CPIM CSCP or equivalent supply chain certification.
Lean Manufacturing experience.
Experience conducting logistics maturity assessments and implementing best-in-class operational frameworks.

Competencies for Success:

Strategic Thinking Translates organizational goals into logistics strategies that support business scalability.
Leadership Inspires develops and holds teams accountable while fostering an inclusive and high-performance culture.
Operational Excellence Relentlessly pursues process improvement and waste elimination.
Analytical Acumen Uses data to drive decisions and measure progress against defined goals.
Adaptability Thrives in a dynamic fast-paced manufacturing environment and effectively manages priorities.
Collaborative Partnership Builds strong working relationships with production procurement engineering and other cross-functional departments.
Knowledgeable in using Microsoft Suite.

Minimum Physical Requirements and Accountability

The Logistics Manager will regularly work on the shop floor and in warehouse areas and must be able to meet the physical demands of such an environment including standing walking and occasional lifting. The role requires consistent on-site presence to lead teams and drive operational outcomes effectively.

What Sets RK Industries Apart

Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value guiding everything we do each day: Health Safety & Environmental

Awards: Whether in Construction Manufacturing Fabrication or Service RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition

Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards

Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation

Development: Through RK University we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company to include leadership and technical learning opportunities we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

RK Industries LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law

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DescriptionStep into a role that puts you at the center of operational excellence. As Logistics Manager youll own the full flow of materials that keeps production runningdriving efficiency shaping highperforming teams and building a logistics organization designed for scale. This is a chance to lead...