Shipping Lead

Merric Millwork and Seating; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Merric Millwork and Seating is seeking a Shipping Lead to supervise warehouse staff and oversee transport of materials, supplies, and finished goods. You will ensure equipment readiness, conduct safety checks, and verify deliveries align with quality standards.

The role requires at least two years in a related role, strong communication skills, and the ability to motivate a team while maintaining organized records and adherence to warehouse procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• At least two years of related work experience.
• Experience leading a team of peers.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• Knowledge of warehouse procedures and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily workflow of warehouse staff.
• Lead team in safety checks and equipment readiness.
• Inspect and verify quality/quantity of supplies and equipment.
• Ensure outgoing deliveries meet quality standards and signatures.
• Maintain inventory records and distribute stock as needed.
• Communicate rules, policies, and objectives to team.
• Maintain accurate work records and reporting.
• Collaborate on process improvements in the department.
• Resolve conflicts within the team and with other staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Management

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Motivation

Conflict resolution

Organization

Warehouse procedures

Inventory awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Shipping Lead will oversee and coordinate the work of employees who transport materials, supplies, and finished products.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures that the necessary equipment is available and in working order to complete assignments.


• Leads team in conducting daily safety checks on equipment, including forklift trucks and specific portions of tractor-trailer and over-the-road trucks.


• Inspects quality and quantity of supplies and equipment delivered to the team.


• Verifies that outgoing deliveries meet company quality standards, and that order slips match and have the appropriate signatures.


• Maintains inventory, which includes keeping records in an inventory management system, acquiring additional stock as required, and distributing items from stock to fulfill requisitions.


• Keeps team members informed about rules, regulations, policies, and objectives.


• Maintains detailed and accurate work records.


• Collaborates with the team to identify ways to improve department effectiveness; implements viable ideas.


• Resolves conflicts that arise among team members and/or other employees.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Assists with training of team members.


• Oversees the daily workflow; oversees scheduling and assignments of the assigned team.


• Provides performance feedback that is timely and constructive.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience leading a team of peers.


• Excellent management and interpersonal skills.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to motivate team to accomplish objectives.


• Ability to solve conflicts among coworkers.


• Ability to remain organized.


• Basic understanding of records, inventories, and other routine documentation used in the warehouse.


• Thorough understanding of warehouse procedures and regulations.

Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree preferred.


• At least two years of related work experience required.


• Ability to use a forklift

Essential Functions

• Prolonged periods of standing/walking as an active leader.


• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.