Shipping Lead

MITER Brands; Flower Mound (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Legal Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Team Member Discount Program

Job summary

MITER Brands, Flower Mound, TX, seeks a Team Leader to oversee shipping activities, lead a 5+ person crew, and ensure safe loading for transit. You will coordinate shipping operations, train staff, and monitor compliance with company policies.

We value strong communication, bilingual capabilities, and hands-on leadership to drive efficiency and quality in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or an equivalent combination of experience and education to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.
• Requires one to three years of experience working in a production environment.
• Shipping experience, a plus.
• Knowledgeable of information and techniques needed to complete the loading processes involved in a manifest.
• Computer skills and knowledge.
• Requires forklift experience and valid driver’s license.
• Ability to interface with individuals with diverse backgrounds at varying levels of the organization.
• Able to train and motivate department personnel.
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Ability to work flexible hours depending upon the needs of the department.

Responsibilities

• Takes direction and carries out instructions from the Shipping Supervisor.
• Lead a group of five (5) or more team members in the Shipping Department.
• Adopt and maintain a safety-first culture.
• Confirm all team members are working in a safe manor and are abiding by company guidelines.
• Ensure all team members are using proper lifting techniques as instructed by management.
• Reviews records and reports pertaining to the processes of shipping and production, for product availability to complete orders.
• Participates in work of subordinates to facilitate productivity or overcome difficult aspects of work.
• Examines procedures and recommends changes to save time, labor, and other costs and to improve quality control and operating efficiency.
• Oversees incoming transfers and outgoing shipments for accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments.
• Inspects and audits loading operations to ensure compliance with shipping expectations.
• Verify loads are tied off correctly, stops are properly identified, and units are stacked appropriately to reduce damages.
• Participate in coaching, training, development, and discipline of team members.
• Communicates effectively with subordinates and leaders to ensure clear, concise, and accurate information is being provide on shipment distribution.
• Maintain housekeeping by utilizing the 5S practice.
• Enforces company policies in a fair and consistent manner.
• Learn job skills, as needed, to improve leadership effectiveness.
• Participate in meetings and training sessions on production, safety and quality as required.
• Report any safety hazards or on the job injuries, no matter how slight to Shipping Supervisor.
• Performs other duties as required or directed.

Skills

Leadership ability

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Training and mentoring

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift experience

Driver's license

Computer skills

Job description

Job Description

Oversee, coordinate, and perform activities associated with shipping, receiving, and transportation. Ensures all the product is properly and safely loaded on the trucks for transit.

Position

Team Leader

Department

Shipping

Location

Flower Mound, TX

Reports to

Shipping Supervisor

Status

Full-Time, Hourly

General Purpose

Oversee, coordinate, and perform activities associated with shipping, receiving, and transportation. Ensures all the product is properly and safely loaded on the trucks for transit.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Takes direction and carries out instructions from the Shipping Supervisor.
• Lead a group of five (5) or more team members in the Shipping Department.
• Adopt and maintain a safety-first culture.
• Confirm all team members are working in a safe manor and are abiding by company guidelines.
• Ensure all team members are using proper lifting techniques as instructed by management.
• Reviews records and reports pertaining to the processes of shipping and production, for product availability to complete orders.
• Participates in work of subordinates to facilitate productivity or overcome difficult aspects of work.
• Examines procedures and recommends changes to save time, labor, and other costs and to improve quality control and operating efficiency.
• Oversees incoming transfers and outgoing shipments for accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments.
• Inspects and audits loading operations to ensure compliance with shipping expectations.
• Verify loads are tied off correctly, stops are properly identified, and units are stacked appropriately to reduce damages.
• Participate in coaching, training, development, and discipline of team members.
• Communicates effectively with subordinates and leaders to ensure clear, concise, and accurate information is being provide on shipment distribution.
• Maintain housekeeping by utilizing the 5S practice.
• Enforces company policies in a fair and consistent manner.
• Learn job skills, as needed, to improve leadership effectiveness.
• Participate in meetings and training sessions on production, safety and quality as required.
• Report any safety hazards or on the job injuries, no matter how slight to Shipping Supervisor.
• Performs other duties as required or directed.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

• High school diploma or an equivalent combination of experience and education to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.
• Requires one to three years of experience working in a production environment.
• Shipping experience, a plus.
• Knowledgeable of information and techniques needed to complete the loading processes involved in a manifest.
• Computer skills and knowledge.
• Requires forklift experience and valid driver’s license.
• Ability to interface with individuals with diverse backgrounds at varying levels of the organization.
• Able to train and motivate department personnel.
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Ability to work flexible hours depending upon the needs of the department.

What We Offer

At MITER Brands, we invest in your health, wealth, and wellness. Our comprehensive benefits package supports you and your eligible spouse/dependents while helping you achieve your personal and professional goals. We offer competitive pay, a 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Health & Wellness

• Three comprehensive medical plan options
• Prescription drug coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Teladoc virtual healthcare services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Wellness Clinic

Financial Protection

• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Team Member Discount Program

MITER Brands, including MI Windows and Doors, Milgard, and PGT Innovations, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Work Authorization And Sponsorship Disclosure

The Company does not offer employer sponsorship at this time. Therefore, candidates must provide truthful and complete information regarding their eligibility to work in the U.S. and any current or future need for employment sponsorship. Misrepresentation regarding work authorization or sponsorship need at any stage of the hiring process will result in disqualification from consideration, rescission of an employment offer, or termination of employment.