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Shipping and Receiving Manager
Job Summary
The Shipping and Receiving Manager is responsible for overseeing all shipping and receiving activities, logistics coordination, and warehouse management within a manufacturing environment. This multifaceted role ensures seamless material flow from storage to production and outbound shipping while maintaining an accurate inventory of raw materials, by-products and finished goods. The manager leads a diverse cross-functional team to meet production demands, optimize inventory, and uphold safety and quality standards in a clean, organized and efficient facility.
Key Areas of Responsibilities
Shipping and Receiving Operations
- Manage all inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring accurate documentation, timely deliveries, and proper material handling.
- Inspect incoming materials for quality and quantity, help resolve discrepancies with suppliers promptly.
- Coordinate with logistics partners, carriers, and freight companies to schedule shipments and optimize transportation costs.
- Monitor silo inventory levels to prevent shortages and contamination.
Logistics and Supply Chain Coordination
- Collaborate with procurement and production teams to align inventory levels with operational needs.
- Oversee transportation logistics to ensuring the product is delivered on time and in excellent condition.
- Implement systems and processes to improve inventory accuracy and reduce waste.
Warehouse Management
- Inventory Control: Maintain accurate inventory systems, conduct cycle counts, and perform audits to minimize discrepancies.
- Space Optimization: Design and maintain efficient warehouse layouts to maximize storage capacity and streamline material flow.
- Material handling: Supervise safe and efficient warehouse layouts to maximize storage capacity and streamline material flow.
- Material Handling: Supervise safe and efficient loading, unloading, and internal movement of product using appropriate equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, conveyors).
- Technology Integration: Utilize Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and ERP tools for real-time inventory visibility, order processing and reporting. Explore automation opportunities to enhance efficiency.
- Housekeeping and Maintenance: Ensure facility remains clean, organized and compliant with safety standards. Schedule preventative maintenance for equipment and infrastructure.
- Performance Metrics: Track KPI’s such as order accuracy, inventory turnover and space utilization. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to boost productivity and reduce costs.
Team Leadership and Supervision
- Lead, train, and supervise a cross-functional team across shipping/receiving and logistics functions.
- Delegate tasks effectively, monitor performance and provide coaching for skill development.
- Foster a collaborative and productive work environment aligned with operational goals.
Compliance and Safety
- Ensure all operations comply with company policies, industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, environmental standards).
- Train team members on safety protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Maintain proper use of PPE and enforce safety practices throughout the facility.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Education: Bachelors degree or equivalent relevant experience.
- Experience: Proven experience in logistics, shipping/receiving, warehouse management, or similar role in an industrial or manufacturing environment. Leadership experience managing cross-functional teams.
- Skills: Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities. Proficiency with inventory management, logistics software, and scheduling tools. Excellent communication and leadership skills to effectively manage teams and collaborate with other departments. Ability to operate a lift truck and tractor trailer…a plus.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in an manufacturing environment, including standing, walking and working in noisy/dusty areas for extended periods (with proper PPE).
- Comfortable with climbing, lifting, and working at heights as required with silo operations.
- Capable of lifting and moving materials weighing up to 50 lbs.