Job Posting Title Shipping/Receiving Lead

Rug Doctor, LLC.; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Rug Doctor, LLC. is seeking a Shipping/Receiving Lead in Missouri to oversee warehouse inbound and outbound activities. You will lead clerks, ensure accurate shipments, and coordinate with departments to meet delivery expectations.

The role requires forklift certification, ability to lift 100 pounds, and strong attention to detail, with responsibility for daily Lean activities and staff supervision.

Qualifications

• Must pass Rug Doctor’s forklift examination before hire.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
• Must have attention to accuracy and detail.
• Good mathematical aptitude required.
• Cooperative and self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Pulls stock and boxes merchandise for shipment from work orders.
• Follows all safety procedures and processes.
• Ensures shipment quantities match orders and descriptions.
• Prepares shipping records like packing slips and bills of lading.
• Stores merchandise and equipment in orderly locations.
• Receives and verifies incoming shipments against purchase orders.
• Operates power and manual material handling equipment.
• Maintains forklift reports and schedules maintenance.
• Loads and unloads trucks; familiar with UPS/FEDEX equipment.
• Leads Lean activities including 5S and continuous improvement.
• Trains and guides warehouse staff; orders supplies as needed.
• Supports daily reporting to the Distribution Manager.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to accuracy

Mathematical aptitude

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Leadership

Tools

UPS/FEDEX equipment

Job description

Overview

The Shipping/Receiving Lead is responsible for receiving, storing, pulling and shipping all items coming in and going out of the warehouse by any mode (LTL/TL/IML/Parcel) as well as general daily lead of the Shipping/Receiving clerks to ensure the highest level of productivity. Leads by example, monitor and promote a safe, clean organized work environment at all times. Communicate and work with other departments as necessary to ensure we are meeting all expectations of outbound/inbound shipments.

Responsibilities

• Pulls stock and assembles merchandise and boxes new equipment for shipment from work orders and marks with product identification and consignee’s address.
• Follows all written departmental and company processes and safety procedures
• Assures accuracy of shipment quantity and description to order specifications.
• Prepares record of merchandise shipped including manifests, packing slips, bills of lading, etc.
• Stores merchandise, supplies, equipment in orderly manner using appropriate handling methods for protection and disbursements and stock locations.
• Receives incoming shipments of merchandise, verifies kind and quantity against purchase orders, records receiving activity pertinent to purchase orders within JDE and reports information for any loss or damage claims.
• Operates power and manual material handling equipment.
• Ensure daily forklift reports are turned in and submit forklift maintenance reports timely.
• Loads and unloads trucks.
• Knowledgeable with operating U.P.S/ FEDEX equipment.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment daily.
• Leads Lean activities and pro-actively plans and facilitates new lean activities and pro-actively plans and facilitates new lean activities including 5S and continuous improvement activities.
• Handles miscellaneous related duties and assignments as required.
• Leads, guides, and trains employees performing related work.
• Orders supplies for the department.
• Assists in disciplinary actions and lead of employees under your direction (if needed).
• Daily, weekly, and monthly reporting requirements to the Distribution Manager.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Includes any required computer skills, regulatory knowledge, certifications, licenses, languages, etc.)

• Must pass Rug Doctor’s written forklift examination prior to hire and have the ability to become forklift certified under the Company Forklift Certification Policy.
• Must have the ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
• Must have attention to accuracy and detail.
• Good mathematical aptitude necessary.
• Must be cooperative and self-motivated with good interpersonal skills and the ability to be flexible and remain productive while working under various conditions.
• Loading dock experience helpful.
• Must be able to pass reference verification, background search, post offer employment physical and substance abuse screen.
• Overtime as required and authorized.