Logistics Manager Jobs in Chaska, MN (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Logistics Manager

Job Description

The Logistics Manager ensures safe, efficient, and well-maintained operations across lab, warehouse, and office environments for a fast-growing startup. This role owns facility operations, shipping and receiving, and inventory coordination, while supporting the company’s evolving infrastructure needs. The position plays a key role in receiving materials into the lab, distributing finished products to customers, and maintaining rigorous safety and chemical handling standards.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day logistics and operational coordination across lab, warehouse, and office spaces.
• Lead all shipping and receiving activities, including domestic and international shipments.
• Manage inventory across labs and warehouse, ensuring accurate tracking in computer systems and alignment with packing slips and invoices.
• Oversee facility operations, including equipment management in warehouse, lab, and utility areas.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety procedures, PPE usage, and compliance standards, particularly related to chemical handling, hazmat, and hazardous waste.
• Support and help maintain EHS and site safety programs, contributing to continuous improvement of safety practices.
• Coordinate and organize lab equipment and supplies to support efficient scientific and production activities.
• Use strong organizational skills to maintain orderly storage, inventory records, and documentation for shipping and receiving.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with lab and office teams, providing and receiving constructive feedback to improve processes.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Support beverage manufacturing and production management activities as needed within the facility.
• Participate in company-provided training and certifications to stay current on safety, equipment operation, and logistics best practices.
• Work as a self-starter, proactively identifying operational issues and implementing practical solutions.
• Contribute to a safe, clean, and well-maintained lab, warehouse, and office environment.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of experience in warehouse, production, or logistics operations.
• 4+ years of experience with shipping and receiving, including inventory tracking in computer systems, handling invoices, and processing packing slips.
• 4+ years of operating forklifts and pallet jacks in a warehouse or production environment.
• 1+ year of experience supporting EHS or safety programs, with stronger EHS knowledge tied to higher compensation.
• Strong knowledge of chemical handling and hazmat procedures.
• Hands-on experience with site safety, PPE usage, and hazardous waste handling.
• Experience with beverage manufacturing, production management, or similar process environments.
• Proficiency with inventory management and warehouse safety procedures.
• Computer skills, including experience using Excel for tracking inventory and operations.
• Strong understanding of safety procedures and compliance standards in lab and warehouse settings.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise or coordinate activities in a warehouse or production environment.
• Organizational skills to manage equipment, materials, and documentation across multiple spaces.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with lab and office teams.
• Comfort with handling chemicals in a controlled environment while following safety protocols.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in logistics management across lab, warehouse, and office environments.
• Familiarity with international shipping processes and documentation.
• Experience supporting or implementing safety programs and EHS initiatives.
• Ability to give and receive feedback constructively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Self-starter mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced startup atmosphere with evolving processes.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain company-provided training and certifications, such as forklift operation.
• Experience in inventory coordination for manufacturing or lab-based organizations.
• Strong attention to detail in documentation, labeling, and record keeping for shipments and inventory.

Why Work Here?

You join a growing company with plans to expand and commercialize in the next 1–2 years, offering meaningful opportunities to shape its operations and culture. The organization provides comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match to support your long-term financial well-being. You benefit from clear paths for career growth and professional development, along with company-provided training and certifications, such as forklift operation. The work environment is supportive and team-oriented, giving you the chance to collaborate with driven colleagues while maintaining a strong sense of ownership over your role.

Work Environment

This is a first-shift position, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., based primarily in Minneapolis, with the possibility of location changes as the company expands. The role is approximately 80% hands-on floor work and 20% planning and coordination, in a mix of lab, warehouse, and operational environments. You will regularly handle chemicals, with appropriate PPE provided and safety procedures in place. The atmosphere is fast-paced and startup-oriented, combining independent work with collaboration alongside the lab team as needed. The company currently has around 50 employees and continues to grow. The dress code is casual, including jeans, t-shirts, and closed-toe shoes, and the office area is pet-friendly, so you should be comfortable working in a space where dogs may be present.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $40.87/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.