Shipping Supervisor
Shipping Supervisor
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Why you will love working at Maola:
- Built on over a century of dedication Maola is always looking aheadinvesting in our people strengthening our communities and securing fresh local dairy for the future.
- Join a farmer-owned cooperative rooted in integrity sustainability and a passion for providing fresh high-quality Maola dairy products.
- We prioritize your well-being with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including Medical Dental Vision 401(k) with employer match Life Insurance paid time off and moreavailable within your first month.
- Our employees are an integral part of who we are what you do and what you think matters.
SUMMARY: The Shipping Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the shipping department in our dairy manufacturing facility. This role ensures the accurate efficient and timely shipment of products while maintaining compliance with company policies GMPs safety standards and regulatory requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Supervise and coordinate activities of shipping staff to ensure efficient operations.
- Collaborate with Department Managers to implement and evaluate practices aimed at continuous improvement.
- Manage scheduling and cover staff vacancies as needed per SOP.
- Oversee and coordinate all shipping activities ensuring orders are processed loaded and shipped accurately and on time.
- Verify shipments against orders ensuring accuracy in product count labeling and documentation.
- Monitor and maintain inventory control to minimize discrepancies and ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Work closely with carriers and third-party logistics providers to coordinate pick-ups and deliveries.
- Address and resolve any shipping-related issues promptly to minimize delays.
- Supervise and provide direction to shipping team members including training and coaching.
- Assign daily tasks and monitor progress to ensure productivity targets are met.
- Foster a positive and productive work environment that promotes teamwork and continuous improvement.
- Ensure proper communication between shifts and departments to streamline operations.
- Ensure all shipping operations comply with company policies regulatory guidelines and food safety standards (e.g. SQF GMPs HACCP).
- Conduct regular inspections of shipping areas equipment and procedures to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Train employees on proper handling and loading procedures to prevent product damage and ensure workplace safety.
- Maintain and enforce cleanliness and organization in the shipping area to meet food safety and OSHA requirements.
- Prepare and maintain accurate shipping records including bills of lading packing slips and other required documentation.
- Track and report key shipping metrics such as on-time delivery rates and shipping errors and implement corrective actions when needed.
- Lead daily shift meetings
- Follow FIFO
- Actively engage in waste reduction efforts in all areas. Monitor and record necessary waste-tracking documentation.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
- A bachelors degree in Business Science Engineering or any related field is preferred.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of operational leadership experience in food manufacturing.
- Experience in the dairy industry is preferred
- Strong knowledge of shipping and logistics procedures.
- Excellent organizational skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
- Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in warehouse management systems (WMS) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word Outlook).
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
COMPETENCIES:
- Communication
- Communicate clearly and effectively through multiple channels oral written visual and non-verbal ensuring our messages are understood and delivered appropriately whether in-person or digitally.
- Accountability
- Take responsibility for actions and anticipate challenges before they arise.
- Solve problems both within and outside of departments proactively addressing issues as they occur.
- Customer Focused
- Prioritize understanding and meeting both internal and external customer needs.
- Ensure high levels of satisfaction and loyalty by anticipating customer requirements and striving for exceptional service.
- Initiative
- Proactive in identifying opportunities and addressing potential threats.
- Act independently and decisively rather than waiting for situations to demand action.
- Problem-Solving
- Possess the ability to identify and address complex issues with minimal guidance.
- Skilled at analyzing challenges and finding practical effective solutions.
- Collaboration
- Take responsibility for deliverables while also supporting others to ensure that collective goals are met.
- Able to work harmoniously with others toward a common goal recognizing and valuing each persons contributions is fundamental to successful collaboration.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must be able to reach bend extend and lift 50-60 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
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.
- The work environment may require working in the cooler room with varying degrees of temperature and may include contact with water or dairy liquids.
- Exposed to a noise level of 90 decibels. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate/high. Wet/slippery work conditions.
Maola Local Dairies is a farmer-owned cooperative sustainably producing a full suite of nutritious dairy products. Maola processes milk cream butter and dry milk powders through our network of six dairy processing plants. With a keen eye on quality freshness and love for the environment Maola delivers dairy products that are both nutritious and sustainable to our local communities. For more information about Maola please visit .
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin disability veteran status or other legally protected status.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
