Shipping Supervisor

About the role

The Shipping and Receiving Coordinator is responsible for the physical verification of inbound shipments and related data entry for receiving. Track inventory, maintain accurate records, package and weigh items, inspect goods received for damage and distribute products to other departments.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Correspond with customers and sales using tools provided
• Monitor shipping schedule and correspond with Scheduler
• Maintain filing system
• Process customer pickups as required
• Collaborate, consult and communicate with other supervisors
• Administer the truck scheduling system
• Develop delivery schedules for all orders
• Recommend changes for improvements in efficiencies and performance
• Schedule dock appointments with customers as needed
• Compile a daily performance report and distribute
• Contact and schedule outside carriers as required
• Assist in warehouse as needed
• Respot trailers as needed
• Reconcile daily shipping log

• Ensure prompt, accurate loading and shipping of finished product for customers
• Monitor all job functions to match quality and safety policies

Ensure prompt and accurate execution of all job functions

• Ensure all projects completed timely and accurately
• Work from written and verbal directions
• Maintain neat and orderly work area
• Full-time role in a manufacturing plant/warehouse setting
• Follow established safety rules, policies and procedures at all times

• Participate in the physical verification of inventory when discrepancies are present
• Perform all duties from a foundation of trust and the highest ethical conduct, follow established safety rules, company policies and procedures

Desired Skills & Qualifications

5 years of experience as a shipping supervisor or manager

High school diploma or GED preferred

• Prior shipping/receiving/inventory experience (preferred)
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to understand and follow both verbal and written instructions

Additional information

Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well independently and with others at all levels of the organization

Detail-oriented and takes pride in the accuracy of work product