3rd Shift Shipping Supervisor — Leader in Perishables

Wayne Farms; Hazlehurst (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms in Hazlehurst, MS seeks a Shipping Department Leader to oversee all shipping operations, ensuring compliance with SOPs, GMPs, USDA and OSHA standards. You will direct personnel, manage schedules, and drive improvements across transportation and storage activities.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, cross-functional collaboration and a strong customer focus to meet production and quality specifications in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum four (4) years relevant in a supply chain or shipping environment; perishable foods experience preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership experience including policy adherence and conflict resolution.
• Strong customer focus with excellent verbal and written communication.
• Proficient computer and math skills; ability to work in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage department by establishing procedures to meet shipping schedules and budgets.
• Oversee day-to-day activities for efficient transportation and storage of materials.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and reduce repeat deficiencies.
• Mentor, coach and train employees; provide feedback on performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Customer focus

Team mentoring

Education

High School diploma

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Wayne Farms in Hazlehurst, MS seeks a Shipping Department Leader to oversee all shipping operations, ensuring compliance with SOPs, GMPs, USDA and OSHA standards. You will direct personnel, manage schedules, and drive improvements across transportation and storage activities.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, cross-functional collaboration and a strong customer focus to meet production and quality specifications in a fast-paced environment.