Shipping Superintendent

Flowers Foods•Lewiston, ME

19d

About The Position

The Shipping Superintendent assists the Director of Distribution in ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely operation of the Shipping and Transport departments. The role also oversees implementation, operation, and maintenance of automated shipping systems. The position requires competency in all on-the-job activities that may directly or indirectly affect product safety, legality, or quality. The Superintendent directs Shipping Supervisors, third-party transport providers, and shipping employees, and functions as Distribution Manager in that manager’s absence.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency.
Completion of a formal management skills training program.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of experience as a transport driver or supervisor.
Two years of experience as a Shipping Supervisor.

Responsibilities

Carry out policies established by company officials and policy manuals.
Ensure shipping employees are properly instructed in the care and safe operation of equipment.
Direct and oversee the activities of Shipping Supervisors, third-party transport providers, and shipping employees.
Function as Distribution Manager in the manager’s absence.
Ensure products received from Production and other plants are properly handled and shipped on schedule.
Ensure the Sales department and affiliated companies receive ordered products on schedule.
Assist in recruiting qualified personnel to meet shipping and transport staffing needs.
Develop and maintain good employee relations.
Maintain safety programs and safe operating procedures, and monitor employee compliance.
Maintain cleanliness of the work area.
Assist the Distribution Manager in maintaining familiarity with and compliance with Federal Motor Carrier safety regulations.
Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, including EEO, Sarbanes-Oxley, sexual harassment, and safety policies.
Perform other duties as directed by supervision or deemed integral to the job, including following work schedules, attendance policies, and applicable operating rules and procedures.