Shipping & Receiving Supervisor

Job Summary: The Shipping and Receiving Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily warehouse shipping and receiving operations to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient movement of materials and products. This role provides leadership to warehouse personnel, maintains inventory accuracy, ensures compliance with safety standards, and coordinates with internal departments and external carriers to meet organizational goals. Essential Job Duties/Functions (Not all inclusive) Leadership & Team Management Lead, train, and supervise shipping and receiving personnel. Assign daily tasks and monitor employee productivity and performance. Provide coaching, guidance, and support to team members. Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.

Shipping Operations: Coordinate and oversee the preparation, packaging, and shipment of products. Verify shipping documentation for accuracy and completeness. Schedule shipments with carriers and freight providers. Monitor shipping deadlines to ensure on-time delivery. Resolve shipping discrepancies and customer delivery issues.

Receiving Operations: Supervise the unloading and inspection of incoming shipments. Verify quantities and condition of received goods against packing slips and purchase orders. Ensure materials are properly labeled, stored, and recorded in inventory systems. Investigate and report damaged or missing items.

Inventory Control: Maintain accurate inventory records and transactions. Conduct cycle counts and assist with physical inventories. Identify inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.

Safety & Compliance: Enforce workplace safety standards and OSHA regulations. Conduct routine inspections of warehouse equipment and work areas. Ensure proper handling, storage, and transportation of materials. Report and document accidents, incidents, and safety concerns.

Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve workflow efficiency and accuracy. Assist in developing and implementing standard operating procedures. Monitor key performance metrics and recommend operational improvements. Education • High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred. Work Experience 3+ years of shipping, receiving, warehouse, or logistics experience. Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred. Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS), ERP systems, and inventory control procedures.

Required Skills and Competencies: Strong leadership and team-building skills. Excellent organizational and time-management abilities. Attention to detail and accuracy. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities. Knowledge of shipping regulations, inventory control, and warehouse operations.

Company Description: In 1794 Rochester Cable began as a manufacturer of hemp ropes in Rochester, New York, serving maritime and industrial needs. As one of the oldest U.S. manufacturers, we’ve spent more than two centuries refining that manufacturing mindset. Over time, that same craftsmanship evolved into the engineering of advanced cable solutions — a tradition of performance that continues today. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug free workplace. Learn more at https://rochestercable.comCompany DescriptionIn 1794 Rochester Cable began as a manufacturer of hemp ropes in Rochester, New York, serving maritime and industrial needs. As one of the oldest U.S. manufacturers, we’ve spent more than two centuries refining that manufacturing mindset. Over time, that same craftsmanship evolved into the engineering of advanced cable solutions — a tradition of performance that continues today. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug free workplace. Learn more at https://rochestercable.com