1st Shift Shipping Manager - (6:00am-2:30pm)

Daifuku; Hobart (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-1 benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Short-Term Disability

401(k) with company match

General Bonus Opportunity

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Daifuku, a leading U.S.-based provider of intralogistics solutions, is seeking a Shipping Manager in Hobart, Indiana. You will oversee Supervisors to ensure on-time, safe, and budget-conscious production while coordinating with engineering and project teams.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of management in material handling, strong analytical and communication skills, and a collaborative approach to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of management experience in the material-handling industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage the department to ensure on-time production within budget.
• Lead Supervisors and support recruitment, training, and scheduling.
• Assign duties and oversee quality and safety conformance.
• Provide technical guidance and coordinate with other resources.
• Communicate schedules and backlogs to the Director of Manufacturing.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Engineering as needed.
• Determine outsourcing needs to maintain project timelines.
• Review labor costs, requisitions, and department schedules.
• Lead department and CIT meetings.
• Ensure compliance with Daifuku QMS policies.
• Drive continuous improvement for industry-leading performance.

Skills

Management

Communication

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

MRP/ERP system

SAP

Job description

About Us

Daifuku is the nation’s leading independent, U.S.-based provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in‑house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leading‑edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice and light‑directed order fulfillment equipment, controls and software, robotics, mezzanines, and structures. If you want to join a team of industry leading experts and create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!

Position Summary

The Shipping Manager will manage the activities and performance of Supervisors to ensure that quality products are manufactured on time, safely, and within budget.

Ideal Candidate

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship
• Must be available to work on‑site daily in Hobart, Indiana
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Strong attention to detail, problem‑solving, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration and reporting

Salary Range

$90,000 - $120,000

Responsibilities

• Manage the department, ensuring efficient and timely production and proper staffing of all department‑related requirements to complete projects on schedule and within budget.
• Manage Supervisors, ensuring their teams are well managed; support recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; communicate job expectations; plan, monitor, appraise, and review job contributions; plan and review compensation actions; enforce policies and procedures.
• Assign duties, give verbal and written instructions, and review work for conformance to quality and safety standards.
• Provide technical guidance to team members and consult with other resources when needed.
• Communicate with the Director of Manufacturing regarding schedules and backlogs.
• Work with Project Managers and Engineering as appropriate.
• Determine outsourcing needs to maintain project schedules.
• Review labor charges, purchase requisitions, and department schedules.
• Conduct department and CIT meetings.
• Ensure employees comply with all requirements of Daifuku’s QMS policies and procedures.
• Ensure sustainable process outputs that drive continuous improvement to provide leading industry performance and exceptional customer satisfaction.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of management experience in the material‑handling industry.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements

• Excellent management skills for directing, coaching, scheduling, and assisting team members.
• Technical orientation with ability to learn new technologies.
• Computer skills including MS Office products.
• Experience using MRP/ERP system; SAP preferred.
• Strategic thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self‑motivated and detail oriented.
• Ability to multi‑task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines.
• Team‑oriented and collaborative.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Benefits

• Day‑1 benefits – no waiting period to access health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work.
• Short‑Term Disability coverage for added peace of mind when you need it most.
• 401(k) with company match to help you build your financial future.
• General Bonus Opportunity based on performance and company success.
• Comprehensive benefits that support overall well‑being.