What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping Manager position at CAFE SPICE LLC?
About Us
Café Spice is a growing, multi-site food manufacturer producing ready-to-eat meals for national retail and foodservice customers. We are seeking a Logistics Manager to coordinate all inbound and outbound transportation for our food manufacturing facility. This position is responsible for scheduling deliveries, coordinating carriers, and ensuring on-time shipments of raw materials and finished goods.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Shipping Manager to oversee outbound logistics operations in a fast-paced food manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate, on-time shipments while maintaining compliance with food safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Manage daily shipping operations (picking, staging, loading, dispatch)
Ensure on-time and accurate order fulfillment
Coordinate with production, warehouse, and customer service teams
Schedule carriers and manage freight logistics
Work with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to ensure efficient distribution
Utilize barcode scanning systems to ensure accuracy in picking and shipping
Leverage TMS (Transportation Management Systems) for routing, tracking, and freight optimization
Maintain compliance with GMP, HACCP, and SQF standards
Ensure proper handling of temperature-sensitive products
Oversee inventory accuracy and FIFO/FEFO processes
Supervise, train, and schedule shipping staff
Track KPIs (on-time shipping, order accuracy, shipping costs)
Maintain shipping documentation (BOLs, lot tracking, traceability)
Qualifications
3–5 years of shipping/logistics experience
2 years of supervisory experience
Experience in manufacturing (food industry preferred)
Experience with barcode scanning systems and WMS/ERP platforms
Experience working with 3PLs and external carriers
Experience using TMS systems for shipment planning and tracking
Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, or SQF standards
Why Join Café Spice
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- 401(k) with company participation
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Stable, growing food manufacturing company
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement
- Team-oriented work environment
- Fast-paced and dynamic production facility
Salary : $87,000 - $105,000