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Shipping & Receiving Supervisor

US Farathane

Riverside, MO

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SKILLS
Automotive Industry, Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG), Automotive Manufacturing, Bar Code Software, Billing Records, Black Box Testing, Cargo/Freight, Coaching, Communication Skills, Composite Materials, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Customer Support/Service, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Environmental Communications, Extrusion, FIFO, Forklift, High School Diploma, Inventory Cycle Counts, Inventory Management, Leadership, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Loading Dock, Loading/Unloading, Logistics, Logistics Management, Machine Tool, Manual Dexterity, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Mobile Devices, OSHA, Operational Support, Order Picking/Packing, Organizational Skills, Pallet Jack, People Management, Physical Demands, Plastic Injection Molding, Plastics Manufacturing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Production Systems, Research & Development (R&D), Resume Search, Safety Process, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Shipping Documents, Shipping Operations, Shipping/Receiving, Supply Chain Operations, Technical Research, Time Management, Traceability, Warehousing
LOCATION
Riverside, MO
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Today
US Farathane is seeking an experienced 1st Shift Shipping & Receiving Supervisor.

The Shipping & Receiving Supervisor is responsible for leading all shipping, receiving, and internal material flow activities supporting plastic injection molding operations in automotive manufacturing environment. This role ensures timely and accurate receipt of raw materials and components, on time shipment of finished goods, and compliance with customer, quality, and safety requirements. The supervisor manages hourly logistics employees and works closely with Production, Quality, Customer Service, and Supply Chain to support operations.

US Farathane has been a leading source of plastics manufacturing, supplying the automotive industry for over 40 years. Through highly technical research and development, coupled with a diverse and knowledgeable Management Team and dedicated Associates, US Farathane has continued to grow each year. We provide customers with a wide range of full-service support from black-box design concepts to highly engineered composites, TPE's and TPO's as well as specialized extrusion and compression technologies.

Essential Functions:

  • Supervise daily shipping and receiving operations for raw materials, packaging, and finished automotive components.
  • Ensures on time shipment of customer orders in accordance with schedules, EDI releases, and customer requirements.
  • Oversee receipt, inspection, labeling, and storage on incoming materials and tooling.
  • Verify accuracy of shipping documents, bills of lading, packing slips, and ASN documentation.
  • Ensure proper packaging, labeling, and traceability per customer and automotive standards.
  • Coordinate freight carriers, dock schedules, and loading/unloading activities.
  • Manage inventory blow between warehouse, production, and staging areas.
  • Maintain FIFO, lot control, and material traceability requirements.
  • Support compliance with IATF 16949, customer specific requirements, and internal procedures.
  • Address shipping discrepancies, shortages, damages, and customer claims.
  • Lead cycle counts, inventory audits, and reconciliation activities.
  • Partner with Quality on containment, holds, and nonconforming material processes.
  • Enforce company policies and procedures related to safety, attendance, discipline, and performance.
  • Train, coach, and develop shipping and receiving team members.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, space utilization, and error reduction.
  • Enforce OSHA and company safety policies within shipping, receiving, and warehouse areas.
  • Ensure safe operation of forklifts, pallet jacks, and material handling equipment.
  • Conduct safety observations, audits (EASE), and incident investigations as required.
  • Ensure proper storage and handling of materials and packaging.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • 3+ years of supervisory experience in shipping, receiving, or warehouse operations.
  • Manufacturing experience required; automotive manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of logistics, inventory control, and materials flow in a production environment.
  • Familiarity with automotive quality systems (IATF 16949 exposure preferred).
  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems, barcoding, and EDI shipping process.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Experience in plastic injection molding or high-volume manufacturing, preferred.
  • Forklift certification and dock operations experience.
  • Understanding of customer labeling standards (AIAG, customer-specific requirements).
  • Strong problem solving and continuous improvement mindset.
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. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods in a warehouse and manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to climb stairs and access to dock areas, trailers, and warehouse platforms.
  • Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach to inspect materials, packaging, and shipments.
  • Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Ability to operate or safely oversee operation of forklifts, pallet jacks, and material handling equipment.
  • Manual dexterity to handle shipping documentation, labels, scanners, and inventory systems.
  • Ability to visually inspect materials, labels, and finished goods for accuracy and damage.
  • Ability to read and interpret shipping documents, bills of lading, computer screens, and handheld devices.
  • Ability to hear and respond to forklift alarms, dock signals, and verbal communication in a noisy environment.
  • Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, and high visibility apparel.
  • Ability to work environments with temperature variations, dust, and industrial noise.
  • Ability to respond to urgent shipping issues, including extended hours of off shift support as needed.
Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. These conditions include:
  • Warehouse and manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, forklifts, and moving equipment.
  • Standing, walking, and lifting required throughout the shift.
  • Ability to work extended hours, weekends, or off shifts as needed to support customer demand.


The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear. Ability to lift up to 45 pounds.

Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of US Farathane.

The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive.

US Farathane is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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