Shipper/Receiver

GAF Materials Corp.; Arkadelphia (AR); On-site; USD 45,460 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement and training

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

GAF Materials Corp. is seeking a shipping/logistics supervisor to organize and optimize daily operations in a fast-paced setting. You will lead drivers, coordinate loading/unloading, and ensure accurate documentation across systems like PeopleSoft or Maximo.

Focus on safety, training, and team development to meet business goals. The role emphasizes hands-on supervision, excellent planning, and strong communication across all levels.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years experience in a fast‑paced logistics or manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting logistics, customer care, and business goals.
• Positive leadership and motivation for crew.
• Problem‑solving skills for logistics, carrier, and customer challenges.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, etc.).
• Knowledge of standard warehouse concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Proven ability to teach and train other employees.

Responsibilities

• Organize, prioritize, and communicate tasks; take ownership and delegate appropriately.
• Manage drivers and shipping operations, including loading, unloading, and scheduling trucks, LTLs, and small packages.
• Collect BOLs, packing slips, and invoices; verify quantities; enter data into PeopleSoft, Maximo, or other systems.
• Serve as the primary radio contact, direct incoming and outgoing trucks, and coordinate door assignments.
• Coordinate outbound shipments, ensuring correct load type, product mix, and documentation.
• Maintain email communication for emergencies, order changes, new LTLs, and customer care needs.
• Confirm appointment times, collect executive job site forms, and update CarrierPoint.
• Assist with hazardous material guidelines, RMA paperwork, export documents, and cycle counts.
• Ensure safety compliance, supervise warehouse associates, and relieve them during breaks and lunch periods.
• Train new employees and continue to develop current staff.
• Support the Shipping Supervisor and cover duties as needed; coordinate projects to optimize crew productivity.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Planning & organization

Teamwork

Training others

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Essential Duties

• Organize, prioritize, and communicate tasks; take ownership and delegate appropriately.
• Manage drivers and shipping operations, including loading, unloading, and scheduling trucks, LTLs, and small packages.
• Collect BOLs, packing slips, and invoices; verify quantities; enter data into PeopleSoft, Maximo, or other systems.
• Serve as the primary radio contact, direct incoming and outgoing trucks, and coordinate door assignments.
• Coordinate outbound shipments, ensuring correct load type, product mix, and documentation.
• Maintain email communication for emergencies, order changes, new LTLs, and customer care needs.
• Confirm appointment times, collect executive job site forms, and update CarrierPoint.
• Assist with hazardous material guidelines, RMA paperwork, export documents, and cycle counts.
• Ensure safety compliance, supervise warehouse associates, and relieve them during breaks and lunch periods.
• Train new employees and continue to develop current staff.
• Support the Shipping Supervisor and cover duties as needed; coordinate projects to optimize crew productivity.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years experience in a fast‑paced logistics or manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting logistics, customer care, and business goals.
• Positive leadership and motivation for crew.
• Problem‑solving skills for logistics, carrier, and customer challenges.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, etc.).
• Knowledge of standard warehouse concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Proven ability to teach and train other employees.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional and timely response to requests.
• Intermediate communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong planning, prioritization, organizational, and reporting skills.
• Independent problem‑solving and self‑motivation.
• Commitment to safety.
• Strong teamwork orientation and ability to work well unsupervised.
• Excellent communication across all levels of the organization.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate: $33.54 plus fringe benefits.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Wellness program, financial coaching, referral program, and product rebates.
• Tuition reimbursement and internal training opportunities.
• Employee Resource Groups and inclusive culture.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GAF is an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate's qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.