Shipping Lead

International Paper•Buffalo, NY

8h•$26 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing various shipping and receiving tasks, including preparing documents and verifying quantities for shipment, serving as backup to Shipping Supervisor, and working closely with the Shipping Supervisor and other departments on a daily basis by performing the following duties:

Requirements

Must be forklift operation certified and have at least 2 years of forklift experience
Stable work history
Must have basic computer skills, along with knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
Must have reliable transportation
Must be able to direct and train employees
Ability to communicate and work well with others
Ability to read, write, and interpret documents
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide
Ability to maintain quality and safety
Ability to understand and follow safety procedures
Ability to work overtime and some Saturdays when scheduled

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or state registered GED
At least 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
Experience with loading/unloading, and warehouse duties

Responsibilities

At shift start, check area for safety, cleanliness, and mechanical problems
Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift (must be qualified)
Must maintain forklift daily (complete and document forklift daily inspection to ensure that it’s in good working order prior to use) and report repairs needed to supervisor
Operate forklift on a daily basis along with other equipment such as pallet jacks, shrink wrap machine, and bander
Plan daily runs for local outbound customer orders (works with shipping supervisor)
Call carriers (LTL or TL) for pickup & PRO freight as needed
Prepare computer generated or manual bills of lading
Prepare documentation for export orders
Check products to be shipped against customer orders to ensure quantities, destination and routing are correct and accurate
Make sure products are loaded onto trailer in a safe and timely manner
Ensure quality product is being shipped out, banding is good, load tags are placed properly and pallets are in good condition
Clean out trailers when necessary
Receive and unload incoming materials. Compare information on packing slip with PO. Inspect shipment for damages, records, and notify shipping supervisor.
Account for all bills of lading, run daily report, and file documents
Conduct physical inventory counts at plant and warehouse as needed
Help as a backup to warehouse duties which include shipping, receiving, and maintains rotation on items
Enter work orders/notifications into system
Receive into HRMS and SAP and ensure that the information is accurate
Lead, guide, and train employees performing related work
End of shift cleanup
Maintain clean and safe work environment throughout shift
Enter maintenance work orders in SAP
Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping
Perform other duties as required and assigned by immediate supervisor