Shipping Lead
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Job Summary
Met-Con Inc. a leader in the structural steel fabrication industry is seeking a motivated and experienced Shipping Lead to join our team. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the quality efficiency and safety of our steel loadout operations while fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
Position Summary
The Shipping Lead oversees steel loadout operations ensuring adherence to project specifications quality standards and delivery schedules. This individual works closely with the Fabrication Plant Manager and other departments to coordinate operations train team members and maintain compliance with safety and quality protocols. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership skills and takes a hands-on approach to managing daily activities and achieving operational goals.
Key Responsibilities
Staffing & Training
Participate in candidate interviews alongside the Fabrication Plant Manager to ensure the selection of qualified and trainable individuals.
Oversee and facilitate training of new employees within the shipping and paint departments.
Quality & Compliance
Ensure all material is safely loaded onto trucks roadworthy and properly accounted for.
Verify that material marks are visible accurate and properly secured for shipment.
Operational Oversight
Ensure load tickets are detailed accurate and properly entered into Tekla EPMgo.
Coordinate with the Logistics Coordinator Shop Manager and Production Team to prepare loads according to the look-ahead schedule.
Maintain awareness of daily production schedules to ensure painting and loading teams meet delivery deadlines including overtime and weekend work when necessary.
Identify and recommend operational improvements to management for review and approval.
Safety & Discipline
Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols and ensure full team compliance.
Lead daily stand-up safety meetings.
Partner with shop management in administering the Employee Corrective Action and Progressive Discipline Policy and Program.
Leadership
Provide professional fair and consistent leadership aligned with Kinsley Steel Inc. values.
Work effectively with minimal supervision.
Foster a collaborative productive and positive work environment.
Drive operational excellence within the department.
Qualifications
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in structural steel material handling operations.
At least 2 years in a leadership role.
Technical Knowledge:
Experience operating overhead cranes telehandlers vertical mast lifts and Combi-style forklifts.
Familiarity with Tekla EPMgo or similar production/shipping software preferred.
Leadership Skills:
Proven ability to lead teams train employees and consistently enforce company policies.
Organizational Skills:
Exceptional ability to manage multiple priorities schedules and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Attention to Detail:
Strong commitment to quality and accuracy.
Safety-Oriented:
Demonstrated commitment to maintaining and promoting workplace safety standards.
Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Met-Con Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana cocaine opioids amphetamines PCP and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Met-Con Inc. is a participant in the Federal E-Verify Program.
Key Skills
- Shipping & Receiving
- Inventory Control
- Data Entry
- Forklift
- Basic Math
- Computer Skills
- Math
- Warehouse Experience
- Warehouse Distribution Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Warehouse Management System
- Heavy Lifting
About Company
Established in 1979, Met-Con, Inc. is responsible for Fabrication and Erection of the most visible structures in Central Florida. We primarily fabricate and erect structural steel. Additionally, we boast a crane division and a precision machine shop.
