Shipping Lead 1st Shift

Pratt Industries•La Vergne, TN

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Overview: Oversee Shipping Department activities using the most cost effective methods possible while meeting customer delivery expectations. Qualifications Pratt Industries is America’s 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 7,500 highly skilled employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. Pratt Industries is one of the largest corrugated packaging companies in America, with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than a dozen states. The company operates three of the most modern, cost effective paper mills in the country, as well as a series of sheet and box plants strategically placed throughout the United States offering a wide range of creative packaging solutions. Pratt Industries is committed to recycling and the environment by “harvesting the urban forest."

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Able to speak, read, comprehend and write legibly in English
Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy
Qualified Shipping Forklift Operator.
One year experience as a Forklift Operator preferred.
Supervisory experience as a proven manager/leader preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement, maintain and support all company policies and procedures.
Provide training as necessary.
Conduct shift overlap meetings with oncoming shift Supervisor to minimize errors.
Coordinate forklift operators in the daily routine of loading trailers according to customer specifications.
Schedule deliveries using the most cost efficient, and time saving manner possible while still meeting customer expectations.
Coordinate and communicate with Customer Service concerning delivery of product to customers.
Accurately prepare bills of lading.
Review forklift inspection sheets daily and prepare maintenance work orders for needed repairs.
Ensure accurate stock locations in the shipping warehouse.
Additional duties as assigned by management.