Shipping and Receiving Lead

CAERUS CORP•Blaine, MN

2h•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping and Receiving Lead is a hands-on leader responsible for coordinating daily shipping and receiving operations, while actively working alongside the team. This role supports cross-departmental collaboration, trains and develops employees, drives continuous improvement, tracks key performance indicators (KPIs), and ensures compliance with safety standards and company policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
4-5 years of experience in warehouse, logistics, shipping/receiving, or operations environment.
Prior experience leading, training, or acting as a working lead or informal supervisor.
Hands-on experience with shipping and receiving operations, including documentation, claims processing, inventory accuracy, and material flow.
Ability to safely operate a DOT-regulated vehicle as required by the role.
Ability to pass a DOT physical examination and maintain medical certification in accordance with applicable regulations.
Ability to pass required DOT drug and alcohol screenings, including pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion testing, as required by law.
Previous experience tracking and reporting KPIs.
Ability to effectively train employees in processes, safety, and quality standards.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
Demonstrated ability to solve problems and participate in root cause analysis.
Computer proficiency, including ability to use WMS/ERP systems, email, and spreadsheets for KPI tracking and reporting.

Responsibilities

Perform and oversee outbound shipping and inbound receiving operations to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with procedures and specifications.
Verify inventory, documentation, and product condition during receiving and shipping processes.
Coordinate workflow to meet daily operational priorities and deadlines.
Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments (Production, Quality, Customer Service) to resolve issues and ensure smooth operations.
Communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams regarding orders, delays, or operational concerns.
Serve as a working leader, actively participating in daily operations while leading by example.
Train new and existing employees on processes, equipment, safety requirements, and quality standards.
Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, and feedback to team members.
Support employee engagement, accountability, and adherence to performance expectations.
Identify operational issues and inefficiencies through observation and data analysis.
Utilize problem-solving and root cause analysis techniques to address recurring issues.
Implement and support improvements related to process flow, productivity, accuracy, and quality.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and support standard work development.
Track, analyze, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, productivity, accuracy, and on-time delivery.
Communicate performance results to leadership and team members.
Use KPI data to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and corrective actions.
Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with all safety rules, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Conduct safety observations and reinforce safe work practices.
Ensure company policies and procedures are followed consistently.
Report safety concerns, incidents, or near misses promptly and participate in corrective actions.
Stay current on industry trends, best practices, and relevant publications to maintain knowledge of operations, and regulations.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the team, department, or organizational objectives.