Shipping Supervisor

Pratt Industries • Sandston, VA

5h

About The Position

Supervise Forklift Operators and Truck Drivers in daily shipping duties to the
customer’s complete satisfaction.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Intermediate computer skills
• Strong math/algebra skills
• Problem solving and critical thinking
• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years experience as a Forklift Operator and/or Truck Driver.
• One year shipping experience.

Nice To Haves

• College and/or related technical experience.
• One year supervisory experience as a proven manager of at least five people.
• Four years experience in the corrugated box industry.

Responsibilities

• Schedule deliveries in the most cost-efficient and time-saving manner possible
• Attend daily Scheduling Meeting and assist the Plant Scheduler in meeting our customers’ requirements
• Prepare work orders for and coordinate repairs of trucks, trailers, forklifts, dock plates, and dock doors
• Keep upper management informed of problems or situations that may affect the performance of your department. Enforce corrective action procedures when applicable
• Adhere to daily production schedule.  Make recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality, delivery and service goals
• Establish high morale within the department by showing fairness, consistency, and an interest in employee problems.  Maintain confidentiality
• Develop strong rapport with various freight lines
• Accurately prepare bills of lading
• Ensure accurate stock locations in shipping warehouse
• Implement, maintain, and support all company policies and procedures, including safety program, and good housekeeping
• Additional duties may be assigned by management

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees