Shipping Sr. Lead

Paramount, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Summary:

Under general supervision the Shipping Lead oversees day-to-day shipping and receiving operations to ensure safe accurate and timely movement of materials. This role prepares products for shipment maintains inventory accuracy leads and trains shipping personnel and supports continuous improvement in safety quality and productivity.

Leadership Responsibilities:

Assist the Shipping Manager in managing directing and coordinating shipping and receiving activities to maximize productivity while minimizing cost
Provide daily supervision training scheduling and guidance to shipping personnel
Participate in safety stand-ups line walks and team meetings
Model company culture in a positive and professional manner
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the shipping/receiving area
Actively identify and support process improvement initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned

Shipping & Receiving

Prepare products for shipment including boxing wrapping taping banding weighing and labeling
Build boxes and apply protective packaging to prevent damage during transport
Receive product from outside vendors and verify parts through visual inspection
Load and unload trucks as required
Create shipping documentation labels bills of lading and commercial invoices
Track shipments and coordinate freight arrangements
Review shipping and receiving documentation for accuracy

Inventory & Documentation

Verify serial numbers item numbers and quantities during receiving and shipping
Thoroughly review packing slips against purchase orders and complete receiving transactions in Oracle
Perform daily production and shipping data reporting
Ensure all documentation and packing slips are delivered to Accounting in a timely manner
Perform month-end and quarter-end checks and balances for purchase order receipts
Notify departments when material arrives
Manage and pull material from inventory and initiate purchase order requests for resupply based on lead times
Support cycle counts and inventory accuracy initiatives

Safety & Equipment

Safely operate forklifts to load and unload material
Perform daily forklift inspections
Ensure all material handling meets company safety and quality standards

Communication & Coordination

Communicate with suppliers and vendors regarding discrepancies such as shortages incorrect items pricing issues or missing documentation
Follow up on late or outstanding purchase orders
Respond to phone calls and email correspondence related to shipping and receiving

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Due to ITAR requirements candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
High school diploma or equivalent
12 years of experience in a lead or supervisory role
23 years of experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
23 years of inventory control experience (Kanban Min/Max FIFO)
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook
Intermediate experience with MRP/ERP systems (Oracle preferred)
Experience using warehouse and packaging tools including strap tensioners bending equipment and power tools
Forklift operation experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to work effectively in a team environment
Experience supporting safety initiatives and safe work practices
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to lift move push or pull up to 35 accordance with EHS policies
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Full-time availability with flexibility to work overtime and weekends as required

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Job Summary:Under general supervision the Shipping Lead oversees day-to-day shipping and receiving operations to ensure safe accurate and timely movement of materials. This role prepares products for shipment maintains inventory accuracy leads and trains shipping personnel and supports continuous im...