Shipping/Receiving Lead

The J.M. Smucker Co.•Arkadelphia, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As the Shipping & Receiving Lead, you will be responsible for directing and monitoring all shipping and receiving activities on a shift specific schedule. This position would require a 12-hour shift. This role will oversee the shipping and receiving processes of loading trucks, overseeing the operators and safety requirements, and generating the necessary and required shipping manifest to accurately ship finished products, and receive bulk items in the operation.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required
Capability to work well in a team environment and be willing to help solve problems and implement solutions with diverse employees
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment and shipping/warehouse setting is helpful

Responsibilities

Direct and monitor all shipping and receiving activities to ensure efficiency and compliance
Review handoff reports and address outstanding tasks from prior shifts
Finalize orders to ensure shipments are picked, staged, loaded, and documented accurately
Investigate material discrepancies (shortages, damages, errors) and trigger root cause analysis
Prepare work areas, equipment, and paperwork for the next shift’s success
Properly isolate, tag, and report nonconforming or unusable materials
Conduct cycle counts as directed and communicate low stock levels
Ensure FIFO (First In, First Out) principles are consistently followed
Pick, load, and process outgoing shipments with full and accurate documentation
Maintain compliance with all regulatory and customer requirements
Keep accurate shipping and receiving records (packing lists, bills of lading, etc.)
Operate computerized inventory systems, scanning equipment, and shipping software
Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and yard trucks
Verify Operators are always following safety procedures