Job Title
Warehouse Lead
Who are we?
As an aircraft manufacturer, industrialist, industrial service provider and logistician, Daher currently has approximately 14,500 employees and achieved a revenue of 1.9 billion euros in 2025. With its family ownership, Daher has been focused on innovation since its creation in 1863. With locations in 15 countries across Europe, North America and Asia, Daher designs and develops value-added solutions for its aeronautical and industrial customers and partners
Daher’s Sandpoint, Idaho site is a key U.S. aircraft manufacturing and support location specializing in the hand‑built production of the Kodiak aircraft family. The facility supports final assembly, painting, inspection, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) activities for the Kodiak 100 and Kodiak 900, serving commercial, multi‑mission, and public service customers worldwide. In addition to manufacturing, the site provides comprehensive aircraft maintenance, technical support, and quality oversight, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and customer requirements, while continuing to expand production capabilities and reinforcing its role as a center of excellence for rugged, mission‑ready turboprop aircraft within Daher’s global network.
The Warehouse Lead is responsible for overseeing daily operations within the stockroom, shipping and receiving, and expediting functions to ensure the efficient flow of materials throughout the manufacturing environment. This role serves as a key liaison between warehouse operations and production teams, ensuring materials are available when needed to support manufacturing schedules and customer commitments. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory management, logistics, and manufacturing processes, preferably within an aerospace or aircraft manufacturing environment. This individual will lead and develop warehouse personnel while promoting safety, quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
Primary Role and Responsibilities:
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Supervise daily operations of the stockroom, shipping and receiving, and expediting teams.
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Coordinate material flow to support manufacturing and production schedules.
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Ensure timely receipt, storage, movement, and issuance of materials and parts.
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Oversee inventory accuracy through cycle counting, audits, and inventory control processes.
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Monitor shipping and receiving activities to ensure compliance with company procedures and customer requirements.
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Lead expediting efforts to resolve material shortages and minimize production disruptions.
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Collaborate with Production, Planning, Procurement, Quality, and Engineering teams to support operational goals.
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Establish priorities and assign work to warehouse personnel to meet business needs.
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Train, coach, and develop team members while promoting accountability and professional growth.
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Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
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Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) including inventory accuracy, on-time delivery, receiving performance, and warehouse efficiency.
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on process efficiency, inventory management, and material flow.
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Support ERP/MRP system transactions and ensure data integrity.
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Identify and implement best practices for warehouse organization, material handling, and inventory control.
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Lead Responsibilities will be assigned
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Other duties may be assigned
What you need to have:
- High School Diploma or GED.
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Minimum 5 years of experience in warehouse, inventory control, logistics, or manufacturing operations.
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Minimum 2 year of leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience.
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Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory management, and material flow.
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Experience in an assembly-line manufacturing environment.
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Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
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Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
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Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods; comfortable working in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience in aerospace or aircraft manufacturing.
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Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices.
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Experience leading Stockroom, Shipping & Receiving, or Expediting teams.
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Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
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Experience with cycle counting, inventory audits, and warehouse management systems.
Information related to the position: (Required for all positions)
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The compensation range is $28.00 to $35.00 per hour.
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The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Daher considers a number of factors when determining salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, skills, and current market conditions.
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At Daher, your total rewards package is more than just your base salary as we offer a full benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and more.
Your next opportunity starts here — here are the next steps:
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Review of your application
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An initial conversation with a recruiter
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One or more interviews depending on the position, with the relevant team members and manager(s)
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After the interviews, constructive feedback regardless of the outcome
All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing an application with Daher, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact an HR representative.
Daher complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law.
