Packaging Operations Manager Jobs in Waterloo, IA

Compensation: Starting at $65,000 annually, with higher compensation available based on experience, leadership background, inventory management expertise, and operational qualifications.

At Simple Mining, our warehouse is more than shelves and shipping—it is the control center for millions of dollars of mining equipment moving between customers, repair operations, hosting facilities, and deployment projects.

We're looking for a Warehouse Manager who thrives on organization, accountability, process improvement, and operational leadership.

This role is responsible for overseeing all warehouse operations, including receiving, inventory control, shipping, fulfillment, warehouse organization, asset security, and team leadership. You'll own inventory accuracy, drive warehouse performance, develop processes, and ensure equipment moves safely and efficiently throughout the organization.

This is a hands-on leadership role. You'll spend time both managing warehouse operations and working alongside your team to ensure work is completed accurately, safely, and on schedule.

If you're someone who enjoys building systems, leading people, solving operational challenges, and taking ownership of results, we'd like to hear from you.

• Oversee inbound shipments of ASIC miners, parts, and related equipment.

• Verify quantities, models, serial numbers, and equipment condition against purchase orders and shipping documentation.

• Investigate and resolve receiving discrepancies, shortages, damages, and documentation issues.

• Ensure all serialized inventory is accurately recorded and traceable upon receipt.

• Coordinate receiving schedules with vendors, freight carriers, procurement teams, and internal stakeholders.

• Own warehouse inventory accuracy and accountability.

• Maintain accurate, real-time inventory records for serialized hardware, parts, consumables, and company assets.

• Develop and manage cycle count programs and physical inventory audits.

• Investigate inventory variances and implement corrective actions.

• Organize storage locations to maximize efficiency, accessibility, and inventory integrity.

• Establish inventory controls for new, allocated, deployed, repaired, returned, and quarantined equipment.

• Monitor inventory levels and communicate replenishment needs to internal teams.

• Coordinate and oversee outbound shipments to customers, hosting facilities, repair operations, and company locations.

• Ensure orders are picked, packed, documented, and shipped accurately and on schedule.

• Verify serial number tracking and shipment documentation for all outbound inventory.

• Coordinate freight, parcel, and logistics providers to ensure timely delivery and issue resolution.

• Ensure proper packaging and handling of sensitive electronic equipment.

• Maintain chain-of-custody controls for all serialized mining equipment.

• Ensure all inventory movements are documented, traceable, and accurate.

• Support investigations involving inventory discrepancies, damaged equipment, or missing assets.

• Enforce warehouse security procedures and inventory protection measures.

• Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and efficient warehouse environment.

• Continuously improve warehouse workflows, storage systems, and operational processes.

• Develop and maintain warehouse SOPs and inventory procedures.

• Manage warehouse tools, equipment, material handling resources, and operational supplies.

• Support deployment projects and large-scale inventory movements as business needs require.

• Lead, supervise, schedule, and develop warehouse personnel.

• Assign daily priorities and ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and efficiently.

• Train team members on warehouse processes, inventory controls, safety requirements, and equipment handling.

• Conduct coaching, performance discussions, and employee development activities.

• Hold team members accountable for quality, productivity, attendance, and policy compliance.

• Participate in hiring, onboarding, performance management, and disciplinary processes in partnership with Human Resources.

• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, ownership, and continuous improvement.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and company safety policies.

• Promote safe operation of forklifts, pallet jacks, and warehouse equipment.

• Identify and address operational risks, safety concerns, and process deficiencies.

• Participate in incident investigations and corrective action implementation.

• Partner with Procurement, Sales, Hosting Operations, Technical Operations, Repair Operations, and leadership teams to support inventory and deployment needs.

• Provide regular updates regarding inventory levels, fulfillment performance, warehouse operations, and staffing needs.

• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse efficiency, accuracy, and service levels.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum 3 years of warehouse, logistics, distribution, inventory management, or supply chain experience.

• Minimum 1 year of leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience.

• Experience managing inventory with a strong focus on accuracy and accountability.

• Experience utilizing inventory management, warehouse management, ERP, or similar systems.

• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and spreadsheet reporting.

• Strong communication and leadership skills.

• Experience managing serialized inventory.

• Experience handling sensitive electronic equipment, technology hardware, or data center equipment.

• Familiarity with ASIC miners, cryptocurrency mining equipment, or technical hardware environments.

• Experience with international shipping, customs documentation, and import logistics.

• Forklift certification or warehouse equipment operation experience.

• Experience developing SOPs, inventory controls, and warehouse processes.

• Experience working in a rapidly growing operational environment.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 60 pounds regularly.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach throughout the workday.

• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.

• Comfortable working in warehouse environments with varying temperatures.

• Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks and handle inventory throughout the day.

• Starting salary of $65,000+, with compensation based on experience and qualifications.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunity to lead a critical operational function within a growing company.

• Direct impact on inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, and company growth.

• Work with advanced technology and large-scale infrastructure.

• Join a team that values accountability, ownership, continuous improvement, and getting things done.

If you're a warehouse leader who enjoys building efficient operations, developing teams, and taking ownership of results, we'd love to hear from you.