Distribution Supervisor

Biorigin-Specialty-Products; Town of Gouverneur (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Health Savings account

Paid time off and Holidays

Job summary

BiOrigin Specialty Products in Gouverneur, NY is seeking a Distribution Supervisor to oversee shipping and roll wrapping operations at our paper mill. The role requires strong leadership, logistics knowledge, and inventory management to ensure smooth daily operations.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating with HR and production, and maintaining compliance with DOT/FMCSA regulations. A high school diploma is required; an associate degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; a two-year degree is preferred.
• Proven supervisory experience in warehouse, distribution, or logistics.
• Working knowledge of DOT/CSA laws and driver compliance guidance.
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems and inventory software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff in shipping and roll wrapping, ensuring efficient tasks.
• Coordinate with mill supervisors and HR to fill vacancies and schedule staff.
• Manage inventories, ensure FIFO practices, and prepare shipping docs.
• Lead safety initiatives and ensure proper training for new hires.
• Track production schedules and plan shipments to meet deadlines.
• Ensure DOT/FMCSA compliance for drivers and logistics operations.

Skills

Staff supervision

Logistics coordination

Inventory management

Warehouse operations

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

JDEdwards

WMS / Inventory systems

Job description

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Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $95,000.00 Annually

Join the revolution at BiOrigin Specialty Products! We've been mastering the art of crafting sustainable specialty paper and tissue products for years, and now we want you to be part of our dynamic team. We are looking to hire a Distribution Supervisor in our Gouverneur, NY paper mill to oversee the daily operations within the shipping and roll wrapping departments. This role requires strong leadership skills, attention to detail, knowledge of logistics and inventory management, and the ability to work closely with other departments to ensure smooth operations.

At BSP, our mission is to drive innovative solutions in alignment with our strategic partners to revolutionize the paper and tissue industry to do this, we hold fast in our core values which are the fabric of our culture and the pillars off which we build our community; teamwork, employee investment, integrity, problem solving, and trust.

People and Task Supervision

• Supervise staff in the shipping and roll wrapping departments, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently.
• Handle disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Authorize and sign off on employee schedules and payroll.
• Collaborate with mill supervisors and HR to fill vacancies.
• Evaluate the performance of employees and provide feedback.
• Ensure new employees are properly trained to perform their tasks safely and efficiently.

Inventory Management and Shipping Operations

• Monitor and maintain accurate inventories of finished products, ensuring adherence to FIFO inventory management practices.
• Coordinate with the customer service team to schedule shipments, prepare bills of lading, and verify inventories.
• Work with IT to resolve any issues with computerized programs used for tally sheets and bundle labels.
• Ensure all receiving paperwork is processed accurately.
• Manage and oversee the staging of loads in the warehouse when needed.

Team Leadership and Safety

• Lead the roll wrapping and shipping teams to ensure a continuous flow of finished products to trucks or inventory.
• Promote and maintain a safe working environment, following safety protocols.
• Actively participate in the company’s safety program, including training and investigations.

Production and Scheduling

• Track production schedules to meet customer order delivery deadlines.
• Plan and schedule shipments of customer purchase orders to meet required delivery dates.
• Adjust trucking schedules to reduce costs associated with overtime, detention charges, etc.
• Seek out alternative carriers to provide cost-effective and high-quality service.
• Actively participate in production planning with the Production Scheduler.
• Work closely with the Operations Team to ensure production adherence, adjust as necessary due to operational needs.
• Work closely with the sales team to meet both internal and external needs and report any issues with quality or service.
• Work with the Operations group in the receiving of raw materials, notably pulp.

Logistics, Reporting, and Compliance

• Ensure all company drivers and transportation operations comply with applicable DOT/FMCSA regulations
• Responsible for a local off-site warehouse and staff. Finished goods are shipped from this warehouse.
• Assist in daily, monthly, quarterly, and yearly closing reports.
• Responsible for mid-month shipping (sales forecast).
• Maintain leases and contracts and schedule maintenance/inspections for shipping department assets.
• Ensure proper logistics for rejected products and materials.

Additional Responsibilities

• Set up all outgoing freight shipments.
• Participate in the Mill’s weekend duty assignment (about once every three months)
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• High school diploma required, a two-year degree is preferred
• Working knowledge of current DOT/CSA laws and experience guiding drivers in compliance
• Proven supervisory experience – preferably in a warehouse, distribution, or logistics environment
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems and inventory systems
• JDEdwards Experience is a plus.
• Knowledgeable experience with Food/Product Safety requirements is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to communicate with all levels of employees.

What you get from us:

• Medical insurance
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Savings account
• Paid time off and Paid Holidays

BiOrigin Specialty Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

As a frontrunner in eco-friendly specialty paper, packaging, and tissue, we're not just a trusted wholesale supplier; we're the pioneers of sustainability. Join us as we continue to thrive, grow, and manufacture some of the most outstanding sustainable paper and tissue products in North America.