Shipping Lead

Merric Millwork and Seating; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Merric Millwork and Seating in Missouri seeks a Shipping Lead to oversee daily shipping operations, coordinate the team, and ensure safe, accurate deliveries of materials, supplies and finished goods.

You will manage inventory records, verify outgoing orders, lead forklift safety checks, train staff, and drive improvements in department effectiveness while maintaining records and documentation.

Qualifications

• Two years of related work experience.
• Experience leading a team of peers.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree preferred.
• Knowledge of warehouse procedures and regulations.
• Basic understanding of inventory, records and warehouse documentation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organization, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to motivate and lead a team to accomplish objectives.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily workflow, scheduling and assignments for the shipping team.
• Ensure equipment is available and in working order.
• Lead daily safety checks of forklifts and applicable portions of trucks.
• Inspect delivered supplies and equipment for quality and quantity.
• Verify outgoing deliveries meet quality standards and order slips are accurate and signed.
• Maintain inventory records and distribute stock to fulfill requisitions.
• Acquire additional stock as needed.
• Communicate company rules, policies, regulations, and objectives to team members.
• Maintain accurate work records and documentation.
• Identify and implement improvements to department effectiveness.
• Resolve conflicts among team members and other employees. Assist with training and provide timely, constructive performance feedback.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Warehouse procedures

Inventory & documentation

Verbal and written communication

Organization

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Position Summary

Reporting to the Plant Supervisor, the Shipping Lead oversees and coordinates the daily work of employees responsible for transporting materials, supplies, and finished products. This role ensures safe and efficient shipping operations, accurate inventory and documentation, and quality outgoing deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily workflow, scheduling, and assignments for the shipping team
• Ensure equipment is available and in working order
• Lead daily safety checks of forklifts and applicable portions of trucks
• Inspect delivered supplies and equipment for quality and quantity
• Verify outgoing deliveries meet quality standards and order slips are accurate and signed
• Maintain inventory records and distribute stock to fulfill requisitions
• Acquire additional stock as needed
• Communicate company rules, policies, regulations, and objectives to team members
• Maintain accurate work records and documentation
• Identify and implement improvements to department effectiveness
• Resolve conflicts among team members and other employeesAssist with training and provide timely, constructive performance feedback
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• At least 2 years of related work experience
• Experience leading a team of peers
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred
• Knowledge of warehouse procedures and regulations
• Basic understanding of inventory, records, and warehouse documentation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to motivate and lead a team to accomplish objectives

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. at times