Shipper

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

• Location 1900 Gulf Street,Suite 5,Lamar, MO, 64759,United States
• Job Category BYD
• Employee Type Full-Time

Contact information

• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

Backyard Discovery is looking for a hands‑on Lead Shipper to guide our shipping team and keep orders moving safely, accurately, and on time. This role combines daily team leadership with shipping and receiving responsibilities, inventory support, and coordination across departments. If you’re an experienced supervisor who leads by example and adapts well to changing priorities, we’d like to hear from you.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you’ll oversee daily shipping activities and help the team meet goals for safety, quality, productivity, efficiency, cost control, and staff development. Your responsibilities will include:

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.

Requirements

• Prior supervisory experience.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Macola, barcode scanning processes, and shipping and receiving systems.

Ability to complete documentation efficiently and accurately.

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate expectations clearly.

Strong attention to detail, quality, and inventory accuracy.

Sound judgment, a safety‑focused approach, and flexibility in a changing work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Two to three years of experience in a similar warehouse, shipping, or manufacturing environment.

Thorough knowledge of department equipment and shipping processes.

Knowledge of warehouse safety and compliance expectations.

A collaborative approach and the ability to lead by example.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This role combines hands‑on warehouse work with computer, phone, and documentation tasks. Duties involve standing and walking for much of the day, frequent use of hands, and intermittent bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting. The position requires lifting more than 30 pounds, reaching above and below shoulder level, and using foot controls. Work takes place around forklifts and other warehouse activity, with exposure to typical warehouse dust. No regular travel is required; occasional local support may be needed.

Summary

Role Overview

Backyard Discovery is seeking a hands‑on Lead Shipper to oversee daily shipping and receiving operations while leading a dedicated team. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that orders are fulfilled safely, accurately, and on schedule. This position requires a proactive leader who excels in a dynamic environment and is committed to fostering staff development and maintaining high standards of quality and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

In this dual leadership and operational role, you will establish daily priorities, manage department performance, and guide direct reports while actively participating in hands‑on tasks. Your core duties include preparing and loading products, completing shipping paperwork, supporting inventory control, and enforcing strict safety compliance. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with other departments to resolve shipping needs, adapt to changing priorities, and assist with special shop‑floor projects as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Backyard Discovery is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.