Supervisors Shipping Manager
J H Routh Packing Company•Sandusky, OH
•Onsite
About The Position
The Shipping Manager is responsible for overseeing all outbound shipping operations within a hog processing facility. This role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant shipment of pork products while maintaining food safety standards, regulatory compliance, and efficient workflow. The Shipping Manager leads shipping personnel, coordinates logistics, and works closely with production, quality assurance, and transportation teams.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- 3-5+ years of experience in shipping, logistics, or warehouse management, preferably in a meat or food processing environment
- Previous supervisory or management experience required
- Knowledge of USDA regulations, food safety standards, and cold chain logistics
- Strong organizational and leadership skills
- Experience with inventory systems and shipping software
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, refrigerated environment
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field preferred
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily shipping operations, including order fulfillment, product staging, loading, and dispatch
- Ensure all shipments meet customer specifications and delivery schedules
- Maintain compliance with USDA, FDA, and company food safety standards (including HACCP)
- Coordinate with production teams to align shipping schedules with processing output
- Supervise, train, and evaluate shipping department employees
- Monitor inventory accuracy and ensure proper product rotation (FIFO)
- Ensure proper labeling, documentation, and traceability of all outgoing products
- Manage shipping documentation including bills of lading, manifests, and export paperwork if applicable
- Oversee loading procedures to ensure product integrity and prevent contamination
- Collaborate with transportation providers and internal logistics teams to optimize shipping efficiency
- Maintain a safe work environment and enforce all company safety policies
- Investigate and resolve shipping errors, delays, or product issues
- Monitor department performance metrics and implement process improvements
- Ensure proper sanitation standards are maintained in shipping areas
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
