Shipping Supervisor

President Container Group, a leading manufacturer of corrugated packaging products, is seeking an experienced Shipping Supervisor to oversee daily shipping operations at our manufacturing facility in Middletown, NY.

We are looking for a hands-on leader who understands the demands of a fast-paced industrial environment and can effectively manage shipping personnel, coordinate transportation schedules, and ensure customer orders are shipped safely, accurately, and on time.

What You'll Do

As our Shipping Supervisor, you'll play a key role in keeping our shipping department running safely and efficiently.

Shipping & Logistics Operations

• Coordinate daily truck routes and delivery schedules to maximize efficiency and minimize transportation costs.
• Oversee forklift operators and ensure trucks are loaded safely, accurately, and on schedule.
• Work closely with production scheduling, customer service, and sales teams to meet delivery commitments.
• Monitor daily shipping activities, driver logs, and department performance.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs for forklifts, trucks, trailers, and loading docks.
• Maintain strong working relationships with freight carriers and transportation providers.

Team Leadership & Safety

• Supervise, train, coach, and evaluate shipping department employees.
• Assign daily work responsibilities and monitor productivity.
• Conduct regular team meetings focused on production goals, workplace safety, and operational improvements.
• Enforce company policies, safety procedures, and applicable union agreements.
• Address employee performance concerns and resolve workplace issues professionally.
• Promote a positive, accountable, and safety-focused work environment.

Operational Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve shipping efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve shipping delays and operational challenges.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate department updates to management.
• Ensure compliance with company quality standards and applicable safety regulations.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of experience as a forklift operator and/or truck driver.
• At least 1 year of shipping experience.
• Strong understanding of shipping, loading, and transportation operations.
• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to read shipping documentation, safety procedures, and operational instructions.
• Commitment to workplace safety and operational efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of supervisory experience leading a team of 5 or more employees.
• Experience in corrugated packaging, paper manufacturing, or a similar industrial manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with unionized work environments.
• College education or relevant technical training.
• Experience improving shipping productivity, transportation costs, and operational performance.

President Container Group is a leading independent corrugated manufacturer delivering high-performance packaging solutions to customers nationwide. With over 500 employees and continued growth, we are committed to investing in our people, operations, and long-term success. Our environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and driven by a strong focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement. We are seeking professionals who are hands-on, solutions-oriented, and eager to contribute to a growing organization where they can make a meaningful impact.

President Container Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. President Container Group provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.