Supervisor, Shipping

The Shipping Supervisor is responsible for the daily operations of shipping and transportation. Directly or through assigned personnel the supervisor is responsible for the preparation of goods for shipment and for accurate and timely preparation of records for incoming and outgoing shipments. This role serves as the traffic manager and ensures accurate and timely communication of shipping information to internal and external FunctionsTo accomplish this job an individual must be able to perform each essential function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential trains and manages performance for assigned team; schedules employees and ensures adequate personnel coverage especially at crucial (end of month) shipping periodsEnsures the maintenance on company vehicle(s) is performed to ensure optimal operating condition and availability for use; ensures compliance with insurance requirements and may manage insurance claims as required; negotiates replacement of fleet equipment as needed; maintains driver and vehicle records as requiredCommunicates daily with local and national shipping carriers (including UPS FedEx and other OTR carriers); may coordinate with freight brokers as required for larger international shipments; obtains quotes negotiates pricing and selects best method and carrierExamines shipment contents and confirms accuracy of manifests invoices and orders; records data such as quantity weight freight charges space requirements and damage or discrepancies; manages freight claims as required when damages occurPrepares work orders bills of lading and shipping orders to route materials and accurately status ordersRequisitions and maintains appropriate inventory of shipping materials and supplies including specialized crating as required by customersPerforms data entry/processes to support planning and scheduling in ERP; completes appropriate paperwork and data entry in the ERP system in compliance with internal processes and quality proceduresReviews product drawings or blueprints to accurately identify applicable specifications for material handling and shippingPacks items for shipment; may use power and/or hand tools to assemble cratingOperates forklift and other material-handling equipment as required; forklift certification on-site may be requiredMaintains a clean and organized safe work areaComplies with applicable manufacturing processes work procedures and instructionsAdheres to safety guidelines and procedures; proactively identifies job hazards and collaborates with leadership to minimize hazards and ensure employee safetySets an example for integrity communication and compliance for others in the organization by following policies communicating professionally and providing timely responses to internal customersUpdates internal metrics and tracking as required; may provide status updates and tracking information to internal customer-facing personnel or directly to customers upon requestPerforms other duties as assigned;Regular attendance on-site at the work site is requiredThis role is identified as requiring ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) compliance; therefore qualified candidates must meet the definition of a U.S. Person (per EAR Part 772 and ITAR 120.15):An individual who is granted U.S. citizenship orAn individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence (i.e. a Green Card holder) orAn individual who is granted status as a protected personRequired Education and Work ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED equivalentA minimum of three (3) years of experience in a warehouse role performing order preparation and shipping; international shipping/export experience is preferredA minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experienceOther Required Skills and AbilitiesDemonstrated analytical problem solving and critical thinking abilities to appropriately handle unexpected challengesCommitment to maintaining confidentiality securing company records and demonstrating integrity in communications and actionsSelf-management skills including efficiency sense of urgency ability to adapt and respond to unexpected circumstances and ability to juggle multiple projects competing priorities and meet concurrent deadlinesExcellent verbal and written communication skills (English)Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook Excel PowerPoint Word and ERP systemsConsistently legible handwriting (English)Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentTo perform the essential functions of the role employees must be able to perform the following activities with or without reasonable accommodations:Regularly stand and walk throughout the facility and stand for extended periods to perform job duties; sit for extended periods while working on computerRegularly lift carry (short distances) and push/pull up to 50 poundsFrequently climb steps stairs or laddersFrequently bend crawl stoop squat or kneelAccurately distinguish colors letters and numbersUse hands and fingers to manually inspect count and package partsVisual ability to read precise measurements and hardware markings and to recognize and avoid obstacles to safely operate forklifts pallet jacks and other material handling equipmentWorking ConditionsWork is performed in a manufacturing warehouse environment where working conditions may vary significantly; the employee will be exposed to:Moderate Noise (regularly)Excessive noise hearing protection required (occasionally)Dust smoke fumes/vapors (occasionally)Extreme temperatures (occasionally)Sharp instruments including box cutters scissors and other tools used in stocking and packagingHazardous equipment including forklifts hand tools cranes or other lifting devices and other equipment used in a machine shop environmentThe use of PPE including hearing protection eye and hand protection and use of safety footwear may be required