Lead Shipper & Shipping Operations Leader

Backyard Discovery; Lamar (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Backyard Discovery is seeking a hands-on Lead Shipper to guide the shipping team, overseeing daily shipping and receiving operations. You will lead a dedicated team, ensure orders are fulfilled safely, accurately, and on schedule, and participate in inventory control and cross-department coordination.

The role requires proven supervisory experience, a focus on safety and accuracy, and strong leadership to foster staff development in a dynamic warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Prior supervisory experience required.
• Experience with Excel, Macola, barcode scanning, and shipping/receiving systems.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and ensure accuracy.
• Attention to detail and inventory accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shipping and receiving activities, establish daily priorities, and communicate goals and deadlines.
• Lead direct reports, support employee development, and manage daily department performance.
• Gather products, attach labels, load trucks, and complete shipping paperwork.
• Accurately document product transfers and removals and support inventory control.
• Communicate with other departments to coordinate orders and resolve shipping needs.
• Reinforce safety expectations and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Use sound judgment to make daily decisions and respond to changing priorities.
• Help in other shop-floor positions and support special projects as needed.

Skills

Prior supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Macola

Barcode scanning

Shipping/receiving systems

Job description

Backyard Discovery is seeking a hands-on Lead Shipper to guide the shipping team, overseeing daily shipping and receiving operations. You will lead a dedicated team, ensure orders are fulfilled safely, accurately, and on schedule, and participate in inventory control and cross-department coordination.

The role requires proven supervisory experience, a focus on safety and accuracy, and strong leadership to foster staff development in a dynamic warehouse environment.