Shipping Supervisor

Shipping & Receiving Supervisor

Overview

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for keeping inbound and outbound shipments accurate, safe, and on schedule. You will coordinate daily shipping and receiving activity, verify documentation, inspect incoming materials, and lead a small team of associates. If you are organized, dependable, and comfortable balancing people, paperwork, and a fast-moving warehouse, this role offers plenty to own.

What you will do

Shipping and receiving operations

- Supervise and coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, including raw materials, finished goods, and equipment

- Verify shipments against purchase orders, bills of lading, packing slips, and other required documentation

- Inspect incoming materials for damage, quality concerns, and compliance with order specifications

- Prepare shipping documents, manifests, and labels in accordance with carrier requirements

- Schedule pickups and deliveries with company trucks, freight carriers, and couriers

Team leadership

- Lead, train, and mentor a small team of shipping and receiving associates

- Assign daily work and monitor performance against throughput, accuracy, and service goals

- Conduct pre-shift meetings to communicate priorities, safety updates, and daily expectations

- Support the onboarding of new team members and provide ongoing coaching and feedback

Safety and workplace standards

- Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, company safety requirements, and established shipping procedures

- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with 5S standards

- Report shipment discrepancies, damaged goods, safety concerns, and near-misses promptly

May be modified from time to time. Other duties, tasks, and work may be assigned.

What success looks like

- Inbound and outbound shipments are processed accurately and on time

- Shipping documents are complete, organized, and matched to the correct materials

- The team understands daily priorities and works safely and efficiently

- Damage, discrepancies, and delays are identified early and communicated promptly

- The shipping and receiving area remains clean, organized, and ready for the next order

 

 

What we are looking for

- High school diploma or GED required

- One to two years of experience in shipping, receiving, warehousing, or manufacturing

- Previous experience in a supervisory, team lead, or similar leadership role

- Ability to read and interpret purchase orders, bills of lading, packing slips, and shipping documents

- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and warehouse or ERP systems

- Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills

- Valid forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification after hire

Preferred experience

- Experience using inventory management software such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or a similar system

- Familiarity with DOT and OSHA requirements, including hazardous-material shipping procedures

- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing or 5S workplace organization principles

Physical requirements

- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds

- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods in an active warehouse environment

- Ability to safely work around forklifts, freight, and material-handling activity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

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