Aviation Supervisor of Stores

Kalitta Charters II specializes in scheduled and on-demand narrow-body freighter operations. In 2003, aviator and NHRA World Champion, Doug Kalitta, set out to provide a safe and reliable solution to a complex logistics problem. This problem entailed moving freight across the Americas for our customers… overnight!

Job Summary:

 The Supervisor of Stores oversees daily operations within the airline’s materials and inventory control department. This role ensures the efficient receipt, storage, issuance, and distribution of aircraft parts, tooling, and supplies in compliance with FAA regulations, Kalitta Charters II policies, and industry standards. The Supervisor of Stores provides leadership to the Stores team, maintains accurate inventory, records, and support maintenance operations by ensuring critical materials are available when required. 

Functions/Responsibilities:

•  Supervise daily operations of warehouse and stores personnel, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Ensure proper receipt, storage, issuance, and shipment of aircraft parts, materials, and tooling.
• Maintain compliance with FAA, DOT, OSHA, and company requirements related to materials handling, traceability, and documentation.
• Oversee inventory control, including cycle counts, audits, shelf-life tracking, and reconciliation of discrepancies.
• Monitor material requisitions and coordinate with Purchasing, Maintenance Planning, and Maintenance to ensure parts availability.
• Develop and enforce standard operating procedures to ensure accuracy, safety, and efficiency in stores operations.
• Ensure hazardous materials (HAZMAT) handling, packaging, and shipping are in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Support the onboarding and ongoing training of stores personnel to maintain a high level of compliance and operational readiness.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost savings in materials handling and distribution.
• Provide after-hours support as required to maintain uninterrupted operations.
• Ensure a safe working environment stores department personnel.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in materials, stores, or supply chain management, preferably in aviation or a related industry.
• Minimum of 2 years supervisory or leadership experience required.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations related to parts traceability and handling.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, safety-sensitive environment.
• Must be able to pass a background check, Everify, and obtain airport security clearance (SIDA badge).

Key Competencies:

• Leadership & Team Development
• Communication & Collaboration
• Regulatory Compliance
• Inventory Accuracy & Accountability
• Safety & Quality Focus

Education/Certificates and Licenses:

• Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED
• Forklift certification preferred
• A valid unrestricted driver’s license

Work Environment & Culture Skills:

• Candidate must pass DOT/FAA pre-employment drug screen and a DOT/FAA compliant background check
• Candidate should be motivated, resourceful, energetic, organized and able to manage and be managed
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with aviation maintenance/enterprise systems (e.g., TRAX, Ramco, Corridor, AMOS, or similar).
• Candidate must be reliable, punctual and flexible
• Candidate must be able to multi-task, respect and maintain confidentiality
• Candidate must be ethical, trustworthy with sensitive information
• Candidate must be service oriented and able to work at a fast pace and handle stress and problematic issues well with a good attitude
• Candidate must be able to communicate effectively and work within a team-focused environment
• Candidate must be respectful of diverse populations and cultures
• Candidate must have an outgoing personality with expertise at developing relationships

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Employees are regularly required to, stand, sit, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in warehouse/airside environments.

Location Requirements:

• Operation based in Erlanger, KY (CVG Airport)
• There is no ability to work from home
• There will be no relocation package for this position

Shift Requirements:

• Must be available full-time and work overtime when required

Other Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Benefits:

Competitive Salary established pay scale including yearly increases

• Employer Provided:
  • Short Term
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Basic Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
  • Travel Assistance Program
  • Fidelity 401K with match
• Employee Elective:
  • BCBS – Medical 500 PPO and 1000 PPO options, Dental PPO, Prescription starting after 60 days
  • EyeMed - Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account – Medical and Dependent Care
  • Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child
  • Accident and Critical Illness Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child
  • Hospital Indemnity for Employee, Spouse, and Child
  • Met Law Coverage
  • Nationwide Voluntary Pet Insurance