Logistics Shift Lead: Dispatch & Inventory Excellence

Pratt Industries; Cedar Hill (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Cedar Hill, TX is seeking a Shipping Lead to support the Shipping Manager in running the shift and daily operations. You will help manage reports, dispatch planning, and inventory while ensuring safety and efficiency.

This position requires a high school diploma or GED, at least two years in manufacturing, and a forklift license. Strong reading, writing, and communication skills are essential. Pratt offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
• Two years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior corrugated industry experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and write routine reports.

Responsibilities

• Assist Supervisor with Daily Reports including backlog, OTD, trailer utilization, and dispatch/load plan.
• Assist with reviewing and investigating customer complaints (Shipping).
• Assist with load planning by combining orders.
• Monitor daily inbound/outbound distribution.
• Maintain warehouse inventory counts.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Data entry

Job description

Pratt Industries in Cedar Hill, TX is seeking a Shipping Lead to support the Shipping Manager in running the shift and daily operations. You will help manage reports, dispatch planning, and inventory while ensuring safety and efficiency.

This position requires a high school diploma or GED, at least two years in manufacturing, and a forklift license. Strong reading, writing, and communication skills are essential. Pratt offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.