Shipping Supervisor

Hours: Monday through Friday, approximately 7:00 AM–4:30 PMSalaryHourly, nonexempt positionAround $31.35/hour to allow room for growth ($65,000)

Additional Info: Supervises 2–3 direct reportsTeam includes Freight Administrator and Material HandlersOversees shipping operations, inventory accuracy, outbound order management, and inventory countsPartners with third-party transportation providers, warehouse services, and vendorsResponsible for managing yard operations, including yard dogs and forklift operatorsMust HavesHigh school diplomaAt least 2 years of shipping management or supervisory experienceExperience leading warehouse / yard teams and forklift operatorsStrong performance management experience (coaching, corrective action, accountability, employee development) Experience approving/managing employee timecardsKnowledge of shipping and logistics proceduresStrong leadership, communication, organization, and conflict-resolution skillsAbility to multitask, prioritize, and maintain strong attention to detailHands-on experience operating both indoor and outdoor forkliftsPlussesBachelor's degreeExperience in manufacturing or distribution environmentsDay to DayManage incoming and outgoing shipping activitiesOversee outbound orders and track unfulfilled ordersManage finished goods and operating-supply inventory accuracyConduct regular inventory reconciliation and inventory countsDirect finished goods to appropriate storage locationsInspect loading operations and ensure compliance with shipping specificationsDetermine truck load limits and prioritize shipping methodsResolve discrepancies between shipping teams and vendorsEnsure adequate stock availability to reduce shortagesSupport hiring, training, performance management, and supervision of shipping personnelManage employee timecards and attendanceOversee yard operations, yard dogs, and forklift activitiesIdentify process improvements and support standardization efforts