Shipping Supervisor

POSITION TITLE : SHIPPING SUPERVISOR

REPORTS TO : Operations Manager

SUMMARY

Supervise forklift operators and schedule truck drivers' runs and handle all aspects of overseeing shipping duties.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Schedule Truck Drivers' runs in the most cost-efficient and time-saving manner possible. Review drivers' logs daily.

Supervise Forklift Operators in the daily routine of loading trucks neatly and to the customer's complete satisfaction.

Attend daily Scheduling Meeting and assist the Plant Scheduler in meeting our customers' requirements.

Prepare work orders for and coordinate repairs of trucks, trailers, forklifts, dock plates, and dock doors.

Coordinate with Sales Service the delivery of the customer orders on time.

Work with Specialty Sales in receiving and transporting orders.

Keep upper management informed of problems or situations that may affect the performance of your department.

Enforce corrective action procedures when applicable and conduct meetings with the violating employees and union representatives.

Conduct weekly Production / Safety meetings with departmental personnel.

Adheres to daily production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality, delivery and service goals.

Communicate with necessary supervision to avoid problems between shift changes.

Improve career skills by enrolling yourself in seminars, technical courses, and related college courses, with approval of your manager.

Establish high morale within department by showing fairness, consistency, and an interest in employee problems. Maintain confidentiality.

Develop strong rapport with various freight lines.

Implement, maintain, and support all company policies and procedures, including union contract safety program, and good housekeeping.

Additional duties may be assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises all employees assigned to the department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; conflict resolution; team building; coaching and leading employees to improve; addressing complaints and resolving problems; documentation; and setting an example of superior behavior, attitude and performance.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED.

Two years experience as a Forklift Operator and / or Truck Driver.

Three to Four years shipping experience.

One to Two years supervisor experience

Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following :

College and / or related technical experience.

Four years experience in the corrugated box industry.