Shipping and Receiving Manager

POSITION TITLE: Shipping and Receiving Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The Shipping and Receiving Manager is responsible for ensuring accurate and efficient receipt, storage, handling, picking, packing, kitting, and shipment of materials and finished goods. The position also oversees inventory transfers, warehouse organization, material handling, shipping documentation, and warehouse safety. This is a hands-on leadership position that requires the ability to effectively supervise warehouse personnel while actively participating in daily operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Lead, direct, train, and participate in daily warehouse activities in a fast-paced environment, including the supervision of four or more warehouse employees.
• Develop, implement, and maintain warehouse and shipping policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe warehouse environment and ensure compliance with company safety policies and procedures. 
• Maintain productive relationships with carriers, freight representatives, drivers, vendors, and equipment and facility service providers. 
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse efficiency, reduce transportation and handling costs, minimize damage, and improve inventory accuracy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS

• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Demonstrate teamwork, professionalism, and effective communication. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license and forklift certification.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive warehouse and distribution experience, including experience in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience in a forklift-intensive warehouse environment managing inbound and outbound freight, including LTL, truckload, and international shipments.
• Experience with ERP, WMS, shipping software, or inventory management systems.
• Experience in Microsoft Outlook and Excel.

Preferred

• Experience with STARSHIP.

REQUIRED ABILITIES

• Read and interpret work instructions, assembly drawings, and production documentation.
• Identify quality issues and communicate concerns promptly.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Operate hand tools, measuring devices, pallet jacks, lift cranes, hand scanners, computers, shrinkwrap, and strapping equipment safely and effectively.
• Manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and production standards.
• Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequently lift, carry, push, and move materials up to 50 pounds; move heavier items with assistance or approved lifting
  equipment.
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, climb, reach, and perform repetitive motions throughout the workday.
• Lift and position materials above shoulder height and at floor level.
• Safely operate mechanical hoists, forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
• Use handheld scanners, shipping systems, standard warehouse tools and packaging equipment. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Manufacturing and warehouse environment with exposure to machinery, noise, dust, temperature variations, and material handling equipment; with occassional office responsibilities.
• Exposure to outdoor conditions, including loading and unloading operations and outdoor storage areas.
• Occasional travel between company facilities and use of company vehicles may be required. 

If interested, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications to HR@globefoodequip.com.