Shipping & Receiving Lead

PACMIN STUDIOS•Fullerton, CA

About The Position

PacMin Studios brings imagination to life with visually dynamic marketing solutions for industries ranging from aviation and aerospace to events and entertainment. A leader in our unique industry for 80 years, PacMin Studios has been creating custom scale models, trade show exhibits, dynamic graphics, and promotional solutions to help businesses build key relationships. PacMin Studios' culture has been recognized as a top workplace for its teamwork, mutual respect, pride of ownership, and an unshakable commitment to quality. Who we are is every bit as important as what we are…the culmination of talented professionals and experienced staff collaborating to provide “wow” for our customers. We’re dedicated to high performance, take pride in our accomplishments, and simply enjoy one another’s company. Our culture permeates everything we do, from supporting and relying on one another to the lasting friendships we build along the way. We are seeking a Shipping & Receiving Lead who is eager to contribute to our success while growing their career with us.

Requirements

Minimum of Associate’s Degree from an accredited college of Business, Communications, Logistics, or relevant work experience.
Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in Shipping, Receiving, Inventory Management, and/or Supply Chain Management.
Advanced Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
Excellent Communication skills, both written and verbal
High attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work in a high-paced manufacturing environment
Ability to work well in a close team environment and all levels of employees
Must be able to solve complex problems with minimal guidance
Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time
Must have a valid CA driver license
Ability to lift 50 pounds or more
Ability to operate forklift
Familiarity with international shipping terms (incoterms) to a basic working level

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred.
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
A Global Logistics Certificate (or similar field) from an accredited program is a plus

Responsibilities

Coordinate daily shipping and receiving operations in accordance with material, labor, and equipment availability. Manage the daily workflow by assigning responsibilities and preparing schedules
Lead team huddles/meetings as needed
Review orders at risk of missing estimated ship dates with relevant department leads and sales team to devise plan of action and notify all parties that require an update
Responsible for processing domestic/International orders via approved carriers
Responsible for ensuring daily shipment notifications are sent out
Responsible for sending out daily shipment reports
Responsible for managing freight quotes with requesting team and freight partners.
Manage and update orders internally using M2M ERP as they enter and exit the department
Accurately receive Vendor supplies and oversee distribution in a timely manner
Maintain and organize required shipping supplies and inventory by performing weekly cycle counts, consulting production control inventory specialists
Assembly of standard and special projects products and packing as needed
Assist with Driving for pickup and drop-offs as needed
Guide and coach employees, monitoring their productivity
Detect issues in efficiency and suggest improvements
Promptly identify, address, and resolve department operational issues to minimize delays
Research and recommend viable solutions to reduce costs as well as improve processes, product quality and appearance
Identify and report key performance metrics that communicate departmental health
Establish and maintain operating procedures for all key processes and equipment under supervision
Maintain a clean and safe production area utilizing 5S methodology in coordination with Lean Manager
Assist in all other Pacmin Studios Departments as needed
Help Develop, maintain, and foster a positive intra and inter-departmental culture.
In conjunction with HR and leadership team, hire and develop direct reports by establishing, recommending, and or/ adhering to, training initiatives and performance management programs
In conjunction with HR and leadership team, establish a succession plan for the department and growth of its members
Maintain key metrics for the department that allows performance-based management
In conjunction with leadership team, drive, and support QC, Lean, Safety, and all key company goals and initiatives
Optimize efficiency and continuous improvement