Logistics And Warehousing Jobs in Vinton

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

Who We Are

Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,400 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

Join Our Team

If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.

Summary

Virginia Transformer is seeking a results-oriented Sr. Manager/Director of Inbound Logistics to lead global transportation operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring timely, safe, and cost-effective inbound delivery of materials and components to support production schedules across our network.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead inbound transportation strategy across ocean, air, and freight forwarding channels.
• Develop and manage relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, and 3PLs to ensure reliability and cost efficiency.
• Drive the implementation of a Transportation Management System (TMS) to enhance visibility, automation, and performance tracking.
• Establish and monitor logistics KPIs (on-time delivery, freight cost per unit, transit times, carrier performance).
• Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations and documentation requirements.
• Provide strong team leadership, mentoring and developing logistics professionals to foster accountability and continuous improvement.
• Partner with Finance and Supply Chain leadership to manage freight budgets and cost-reduction initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 8-10 years of progressive logistics/transportation experience, with at least 3 years in leadership.
• Proven expertise in ocean, air, and freight forwarding operations.
• Demonstrated success in TMS implementation and optimization.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.

Westport Axle Co., a subsidiary of Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc., is a leading transportation and third‑party logistics provider offering a broad range of services throughout the supply chain. Our team uses modern technology and deep industry experience to deliver customized logistics solutions that improve efficiency and reduce cost for our customers.

Our operation is based in Roanoke, VA and supports Volvo’s manufacturing activities in the area. We manage and operate production‑support, warehousing, and inventory‑management functions to ensure accurate material flow and efficient day‑to‑day operations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain PC/LAN systems, software, cabling, and related hardware.
• Provide technical support for low‑ to medium‑complexity issues with timely, accurate resolution.
• Monitor IT systems to identify issues early and address them proactively.
• Participate in IT projects including upgrades, system enhancements, and infrastructure improvements.
• Document and track incidents, service requests, and resolutions according to IT standards.
• Support assembly‑line downtime tracking and reporting.
• Manage, track, and report on the plant’s 6S program.
• Fulfill internal and external data requests as needed.
• Assist with physical setup, maintenance, and relocation of IT hardware.
• Track IT equipment and supply inventory, and notify leadership when items need replenishment.
• Collaborate with corporate IT teams and external vendors to resolve complex technical issues.
• Follow all Quality and Environmental Management System policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Technical Institute or Associate Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience/certifications).
• 2+ years of IT support experience in a manufacturing or office environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of PC hardware, LAN troubleshooting, and workstation software.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows OS, Microsoft Office Suite, and basic networking.
• Experience with VMware, SQL Server, or Visual Basic (VB) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to customer service and effective teamwork.

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our leadership team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is intense, operationally complex, and incredibly rewarding. We are highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the leadership depth, operational rigor, and execution discipline to build and scale a world-class planning organization — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

Who We Are:

Virginia Transformer is the largest U.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America. For over 50 years, we’ve grown by relentlessly delivering for our customers. We are more than 5,400 employees strong and known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium-quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

Position Overview:

The Planning Director (Rincon, GA) will lead all production planning, scheduling, and execution control functions for the facility, ensuring disciplined alignment between demand, capacity, materials, and shop floor execution.

This role moves beyond daily scheduling — it is responsible for building a scalable planning infrastructure capable of supporting aggressive growth while protecting customer commitments, lead times, and operational stability.

You will serve as the central coordination leader between production, materials, engineering, operations leadership, and executive management.

Core Responsibilities:

1. Production Planning Strategy & Execution

• Own the facility master production schedule (MPS)
• Translate strategic production targets into executable daily, weekly, and monthly plans
• Align capacity, labor, and material flow with demand
• Ensure schedule realism and stability in a high-mix, engineered-to-order environment
• Drive schedule attainment and lead time performance

2. Accuracy, Audit & Floor Validation Discipline

• Establish audit rigor across schedules, work orders, and ERP data
• Personally validate WIP status through routine plant-floor verification
• Eliminate discrepancies between system data and physical conditions
• Institutionalize disciplined documentation and traceability standards

3. Risk Detection, Constraint Management & Recovery

• Proactively identify bottlenecks, constraints, and schedule risk
• Escalate customer-impacting issues early with data-driven insight
• Lead structured recovery planning for missed milestones
• Drive relentless follow-through on corrective actions

4. Systems, Reporting & Planning Infrastructure

• Own ERP scheduling integrity and system-of-record discipline
• Develop executive-level dashboards (schedule attainment, WIP aging, constraint tracking, milestone adherence)
• Enhance visibility through structured Excel / visual management tools
• Ensure audit-ready planning data at all times
• Lead continuous improvement of planning systems and processes

5. Leadership & Cross-Functional Accountability

• Lead daily and weekly production review meetings
• Clearly communicate risks, recovery plans, and priority shifts
• Hold teams accountable while fostering collaborative problem-solving
• Build and develop a high-performance planning team
• Act as a strategic partner to Plant Leadership and Corporate Operations

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of production planning / scheduling experience in industrial manufacturing
• 3+ years in leadership capacity (manager or above)
• Experience supporting 24/7 operations
• Advanced Excel proficiency (analysis, modeling, reporting)
• Strong ERP/MRP system experience
• Proven record of driving schedule recovery and operational stability

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Exceptional attention to detail with strategic perspective
• Strong floor presence — comfortable validating information firsthand
• Analytical, structured, and data-driven decision maker
• Calm under pressure in high-growth environments
• Confident leader capable of running executive-level production reviews
• High accountability mindset with low tolerance for missed commitments
• Ability to scale processes, not just manage daily execution

Working Conditions:

• On-site leadership role with frequent presence on the manufacturing floor
• Exposure to industrial production environments
• Availability to support off-shift or weekend issues as required by a 24/7 operation

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**Job Description
**: As a Dockworker at FedEx, your primary responsibility will be managing the loading and unloading of freight from trucks, sorting items, and ensuring that shipments are handled correctly.

This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

You will need to operate machinery, such as forklifts, to move freight safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate will have experience with dock work, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to safety protocols.

This position is essential to ensuring that freight is processed accurately and on time.

Foot Levelers, Inc. is the world’s leading provider of custom orthotics — proudly family-owned and proudly made in the U.S.A.

We’re a fast-moving wellness company on an exciting growth trajectory, supporting an ever-expanding network of chiropractors, physical therapists, and other medical professionals who rely on us to help their patients live pain-free, healthy lives.

Now, we’re looking for a truly exceptional Executive Assistant to the CEO — someone whip-smart, relentlessly organized, and naturally proactive. This role is not “just admin.” It’s a high-trust, high-impact position for someone who thrives on making things run smoothly, anticipates needs before they’re voiced, and knows how to operate with discretion, tact, and executive-level polish.

If you’re the type of person who sees what needs to happen and makes it happen — this might be your dream job.

What You’ll Do

As Executive Assistant to the CEO, you’ll serve as a key partner in maximizing executive efficiency, managing priorities, and ensuring the CEO is fully supported across daily operations and strategic initiatives.

You’ll be responsible for:

Executive Support & Calendar Management

• Own and manage the CEO’s calendar with accuracy, urgency, and sound judgment
• Schedule meetings, resolve conflicts, and ensure the CEO’s time is protected and prioritized
• Manage inbox communications and coordinate timely follow-up when needed

Travel & Event Coordination

• Plan and coordinate complex travel arrangements
• Support preparation for conferences, company events, and leadership meetings
• Ensure itineraries, materials, and logistics are organized and seamless

Communication & Coordination

• Serve as a liaison between the CEO and internal teams, leaders, and external partners
• Draft and prepare professional communications, memos, and correspondence
• Support cross-department collaboration and ensure alignment on key priorities

Projects & Executive Deliverables

• Track and follow through on executive projects to ensure deadlines are met
• Assist with business reporting, document preparation, and presentation materials
• Conduct research and light data analysis to support decision-making
• Prepare agendas, timelines, and supporting documents for executive and leadership meetings

Confidentiality & Professionalism

• Handle sensitive matters with discretion, maturity, and impeccable integrity
• Maintain high standards of professionalism in every interaction

What We’re Looking For

Our ideal candidate is sharp, reliable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You’re calm under pressure, energized by complexity, and proud of doing things the right way.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supporting senior leadership (VP level and above); CEO support strongly preferred
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and execute with speed and accuracy
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through
• Ability to work on-site in Southwest Virginia

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing, healthcare, wellness, or fast-growth environment
• ERP experience and comfort navigating business systems
• Experience supporting board meetings or executive leadership meetings

The Traits That Win in This Role

• Proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented
• Extremely organized and detail-driven
• Confident, tactful, and emotionally intelligent
• Able to anticipate needs and act independently
• Discreet and trustworthy with confidential information
• Strong business curiosity — you want to understand the company, not just support it

Why Foot Levelers

This is a rare opportunity to step into a highly visible role with direct access to senior leadership in a company that is growing, stable, and mission-driven.

At Foot Levelers, you’ll find:

• A family-owned culture with strong values
• A company committed to quality, wellness, and innovation
• A team that works hard, moves fast, and genuinely cares about what we do

ABOUT THIS JOB

***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE***

As an Automated Logistical Specialist, similar to a laborer or freight mover, you’ll perform maintenance management and warehouse functions in order to maintain equipment records. You’ll oversee incoming supplies and equipment, simplify and standardize maintenance data, and raise the quality and accuracy of performance, cost, and parts data through improved maintenance management.

Skills you’ll learn align with Record Keeping, Data Collection & Analysis, Stocking and Storage. In addition, you could earn 8 nationally recognized certifications!

ALREADY HAVE THE SKILLS FOR THIS JOB?

Join the Army at a higher rank, earn more pay, and obtain leadership positions quicker. If you have prior experience, the Army Civilian Acquired Skills Program (ACASP) can reduce the length of your initial training and streamline your assignment process, so you can start your Army career sooner. Work with a recruiter to get started.

REQUIREMENTS

• 10 weeks of Basic Training
• 9 weeks of Advanced Individual Training
• U.S. Citizen
• 17 to 34 Years Old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines
• No Major Law Violations
• No Medical Concerns

BENEFITS

The Army offers a complete package of benefits that not only supports you and your family but also helps you advance in your career. Whether you serve part-time or full-time as an enlisted Soldier or Army Officer, you’ll earn competitive pay with opportunities for bonuses, as well as receive health care at little to no cost. You could also receive money for education, student loan repayment assistance, training and certifications, housing, living expenses, and more.

• Paid Training and credentialing to strengthen your skillsets
• Monthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)
• Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldier
• 30 days paid annual vacation
• 401(K) type savings plan
• Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family member
• Paid tuition opportunities to continue your education
• Signing bonus - up to $40,000 in cash bonuses for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties

PITT OHIO, a $900 million, high service, highly profitably, transportation and logistics service provider is seeking an eager, energetic and experienced Enterprise Solutions Representative to join our Sales Team in the Roanoke, VA area. Applicants with B2B experience and/or transportation experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

PITT OHIO experiences growth year after year because of our hard-working employees. As the company continues to grow, one thing ownership has remained committed to is taking care of his people.

PITT OHIO is dedicated to the safe and sustainable motor transport of products, doing right by our employees and our customers, and making a positive impact on the environment.

We offer competitive wages, hospital/medical insurance with no weekly premiums, vision, discount prescription, dental, 401K, profit sharing, paid vacations, pleasant work environment, and much more!

Responsibilities:

•Manage a portfolio of accounts with a special focus on building shipper relationships.

•Leverage PITT OHIO service offerings to create a deeper relationship with existing customers.

•Work with Market Development to prospect and acquire new PITT OHIO Enterprise Account customers.

•Secure accurate supply chain maps to support our consultative sales approach.

•Maintain accurate records, including marketing and sales advances, in Dynamics CRM for all assigned active and prospective customers.

•Use marketing research analysis to develop strategic account profiles to penetrate targeted accounts in your sales territory.

•Effectively communicate the value of logistic and supply chain solutions to your account base.

•Successfully negotiate and improve yield results with your assigned accounts by working with internal stakeholders and tools.

•Collaborate with PITT OHIO’s supply chain group and all of the PITT OHIO Transportation Group Operating Companies to implement value added solutions for your customer base.

•Support PITT OHIO Operations and Administration in reducing cost with your customer base

•Collaborate with and support the efforts of the Operations, Pricing, Safety, Claims, Collections and Sales (local Outside Sales and Inside Sales) Departments

•Support all Company goals and policies

•Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned

Other Duties

•Interface with Operations, Pricing, Claims, Collections and other internal departments

•Able to react to change in response to changes in the Company’s go-to-market strategy.

•Proficiently use PITT OHIO Sales applications.

•Participate in “Huddles” (collaborative sales meetings) to grow business.

•Participate in monthly terminal safety meetings and summer driver cookouts.

Qualifications:

•Minimum 3-5 years sales experience

•Previous experience or ability to learn the transportation industry preferred.

•Previous experience or ability to learn business-to-business selling.

•Fluent English language skills required to effectively communicate with internal and external customers

•Must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

•Experienced in Microsoft Office programs and the Internet

•Skillful typing

•Valid Drivers License and clean driving record required

•Problem solving, negotiation, and time management skills are essential

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Travel is required; must be able to energetically travel by car, plane or public transportation
• Weekend and evening client contact required

PITT OHIO is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or other legally protected status.

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

Who We Are

Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,400 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

Join Our Team

If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.

Expansion Equipment Integration-Director

Reports To: AVP, Construction & Expansion

Department: Construction & Expansion (C&E)

Travel Requirement: Significant (50–70% during peak expansion cycles) will need international travel.

Position Overview

The Expansion Equipment Integration Senior Manager provides single-point ownership of capital equipment integration across all Virginia Transformer expansion initiatives. This role leads the end-to-end process from operations specification through installation, validation, commissioning, and formal turnover to plant operations and maintenance.

This is a senior program leadership role within the Construction & Expansion organization, responsible for ensuring that capital equipment investments are delivered production-ready, utilities-integrated, performance-qualified, and fully documented prior to operational release.

Role Responsibilities

Equipment Lifecycle Ownership

Lead and govern the expansion equipment process across all active projects, including:

• Operations requirement capture and validation
• Equipment specification development and engineering alignment
• Equipment acceptance norms establishment and conducting the verifications as per the norms.
• Supplier technical oversight and performance management
• Logistics co ordination
• Installation coordination with Construction Management
• Structured validation and commissioning
• Formal turnover to Operations and Plant Maintenance

This role eliminates integration gaps between Construction, Engineering, and Operations and establishes disciplined equipment governance across expansion projects.

Structured Validation & Commissioning Governance

Implement and enforce a rigorous equipment validation framework appropriate for heavy industrial manufacturing environments, including:

Installation Verification

• Confirm installation compliance with approved engineering specifications and perform pre commissioning checks.
• Validate utilities capacity and tie-ins (power, compressed air, cooling, controls, data)
• Verify mechanical and electrical installation integrity
• Ensure documentation completeness prior to energization

Operational Readiness Testing

• Conduct controlled startup testing against defined operating parameters
• Validate throughput targets, stability, and controls logic
• Confirm safety interlocks and system functionality

Production Performance Qualification

• Demonstrate sustained performance under live production conditions
• Validate throughput, yield, and scrap targets
• Formalize documented production readiness prior to turnover

No equipment is released to Operations without documented validation completion.

Organizational Leadership

Lead a dedicated team of expansion engineers with formal education in:

• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering

The team operates within the C&E organization and functions independently of plant staffing structures. Plant teams serve as stakeholders and customers throughout the integration process.

Supplier & Site Engagement

• Provide technical oversight of capital equipment suppliers
• Lead pre-shipment reviews and factory testing activities
• Coordinate installation sequencing and site readiness
• Maintain on-site presence during critical integration and commissioning phases

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive project management experience in a manufacturing environment, including direct project management of production equipment installation and integration
• Demonstrated leadership of multi-million-dollar capital equipment programs
• Direct experience managing:
• Production equipment specification, procurement, installation, and commissioning
• Industrial utilities integration (power distribution, compressed air, cooling systems, controls integration)
• Startup, ramp stabilization, and production readiness validation
• Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams responsible for capital deployment
• Working knowledge of structured equipment validation methodologies (installation verification, operational readiness testing, production performance qualification)
• Willingness and ability to travel 50–70% as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Management
• PMP certification
• Experience leading Greenfield/Brownfield manufacturing startups
• Experience managing parallel multi-site capital programs
• Background in heavy industrial, automotive, aerospace, or high-volume manufacturing environments
• Experience implementing standardized commissioning and acceptance frameworks across multiple facilities

Performance Expectations

• On-time equipment integration aligned with construction schedules
• Predictable startup performance and reduced ramp instability
• Zero critical utilities conflicts at installation
• Complete documentation and maintenance readiness at turnover
• Structured warranty protection through formal acceptance governance
• Consistent production readiness across expansion sites

ABOUT THIS JOB

***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE***

As an Automated Logistical Specialist, similar to a laborer or freight mover, you’ll perform maintenance management and warehouse functions in order to maintain equipment records. You’ll oversee incoming supplies and equipment, simplify and standardize maintenance data, and raise the quality and accuracy of performance, cost, and parts data through improved maintenance management.

Skills you’ll learn align with Record Keeping, Data Collection & Analysis, Stocking and Storage. In addition, you could earn 8 nationally recognized certifications!

ALREADY HAVE THE SKILLS FOR THIS JOB?

Join the Army at a higher rank, earn more pay, and obtain leadership positions quicker. If you have prior experience, the Army Civilian Acquired Skills Program (ACASP) can reduce the length of your initial training and streamline your assignment process, so you can start your Army career sooner. Work with a recruiter to get started.

REQUIREMENTS

• 10 weeks of Basic Training
• 9 weeks of Advanced Individual Training
• U.S. Citizen
• 17 to 34 Years Old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines
• No Major Law Violations
• No Medical Concerns

BENEFITS

The Army offers a complete package of benefits that not only supports you and your family but also helps you advance in your career. Whether you serve part-time or full-time as an enlisted Soldier or Army Officer, you’ll earn competitive pay with opportunities for bonuses, as well as receive health care at little to no cost. You could also receive money for education, student loan repayment assistance, training and certifications, housing, living expenses, and more.

• Paid Training and credentialing to strengthen your skillsets
• Monthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)
• Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldier
• 30 days paid annual vacation
• 401(K) type savings plan
• Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family member
• Paid tuition opportunities to continue your education
• Signing bonus - up to $40,000 in cash bonuses for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties