Warehouse Manager

Union Technologies is reindustrializing America’s defense manufacturing base with a first-of-its-kind Factories-as-a-Stockpile™ model, integrating advanced robotics, manufacturing, and software into sovereign factory systems at scale. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, UNION is dedicated to restoring America’s industrial strength and guaranteeing deterrence for the century ahead.

We recently emerged from stealth with $50M in funding led by top-tier venture investors and strategic partners. Read more in our Press Release

Job Summary:

We need a battle-tested Warehouse Manager to command our mission-critical warehouse operations in a 24/7 defense manufacturing stronghold. You’ll lead from the front, overseeing inventory control, storage of flammables and hazardous substances, and space planning for a high-stakes, mil-spec environment. Armed with modern Warehouse Management Software (WMS) and safety certifications, you’ll ensure razor-sharp efficiency, safety, and readiness in a facility supporting metalworking, plastics, and heavy industrial processes. Build and lead a disciplined team to secure the supply chain for America’s defense.

Key Responsibilities:

Fortify Warehouse Operations: Oversee all warehouse functions, ensuring

seamless storage, retrieval, and distribution of materials for a 24/7 defense

manufacturing facility supporting metalworking, plastics, and heavy industry.

Master Inventory Control: Implement cycle counts, inventory audits, and mil-spec

compliant inventory control processes to maintain mission-critical stock accuracy and

readiness.

Secure Hazardous Materials: Manage safe storage and handling of flammables

and hazardous substances, ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety

standards in a high-risk environment.

Wield Warehouse Management Software: Set up, operate, and optimize modern

WMS platforms to streamline inventory tracking, space utilization, and order

fulfillment.

Lead Material Handling Safety: Enforce safety protocols for material handling, lift

truck operations, overhead cranes, and lifting devices, maintaining certifications and

training staff to uphold a zero-incident standard.

Optimize Space Planning: Design and execute efficient warehouse layouts to

maximize storage capacity and operational flow in a dynamic, mil-spec environment.

Build a Battle-Ready Team: Recruit, train, and lead a high-performing warehouse

team, fostering discipline, adaptability, and accountability in a fast-paced,

mission-driven setting.

Drive Relentless Improvement: Identify and implement lean warehouse processes

to cut waste, boost efficiency, and integrate advanced technologies for operational

superiority.

Enforce Mil-Spec Compliance: Ensure all warehouse activities meet mil-spec

standards, ISO 9001, and safety regulations, conducting regular audits to maintain

operational integrity.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience:

• 5-7 years managing warehouse/stores operations in a large manufacturing facility (metalworking, plastics, furniture manufacturing, or similar heavy industry); proven expertise in mil-spec environments.

Technical Skills:

• Fluency in setup and operation of modern Warehouse Management Software (WMS); expertise in inventory control and cycle counts; experience with storage of flammables and hazardous substances.

Certifications:

• Safety certifications for material handling, lift truck operations, and familiarity with overhead cranes and lifting devices.

Leadership/Work Style:

• Hands-on, “in the trenches” leadership; thrives under pressure and tight deadlines; proven ability to build and lead a disciplined team.

Soft Skills:

• Precision-driven problem-solver; collaborative yet decisive; committed to mission success.

Physical Requirements:

• Ready to stand, lift (up to 50 lbs), and lead on the warehouse floor in a high-intensity environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in defens