Shipping and Receiving Lead

Carlisle Construction Materials; Senatobia (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle Construction Materials is looking for a dependable Shipping & Receiving Lead in Senatobia, Mississippi. This individual will coordinate daily shipping, prepare paperwork, operate forklifts, and ensure accurate order fulfillment. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma, 2–5 years of shipping experience, and strong leadership skills. This position typically requires 40 hours a week, with potential for overtime and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of shipping/warehouse experience preferred.
• Forklift experience required.
• Strong communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily shipping and receiving activities.
• Loading and verifying customer orders.
• Training team members and promoting safe work practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership experience

Forklift operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Warehouse software

Job description

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Shipping & Receiving Lead to support daily shipping, receiving, and order fulfillment operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for coordinating shipments, preparing shipping paperwork, operating forklifts, loading flatbed and box trucks, maintaining shipment accuracy, and serving as a lead contact within the shipping department.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Overseeing daily shipping and receiving activities
• Printing pick sheets and shipment paperwork (BOLs, packing slips, etc.)
• Loading and verifying customer orders
• Operating propane sit-down forklifts and other mobile equipment
• Supporting inventory control and warehouse organization
• Training team members and promoting safe work practices
• Leading safety meetings and supporting 5S initiatives
• Communicating with office personnel, drivers, and warehouse staff to ensure smooth operations

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 2–5 years of shipping/warehouse experience preferred
• Prior leadership experience preferred
• Forklift experience required
• Experience with shipping systems, ERP systems, or warehouse software preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills
• Commitment to safety and attention to detail

Schedule is typically 40 hours per week with overtime and weekend hours as business needs require.