Shipping Lead

Premier Packaging; Thomson (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Attendance bonus

Job summary

Premier Packaging is seeking a Shipping Lead for its Thomson, GA facility. The role focuses on coordinating daily load schedules, carrier coordination for LTL and full loads, and overseeing inter-warehouse transfers of materials and finished goods.

The position requires at least 1–3 years as a forklift operator in a manufacturing or warehouse setting and forklift certification is preferred. You will back up the Shipping Supervisor, ensure paperwork accuracy, and drive safety and efficiency

Qualifications

• Forklift operator with 1–3 years experience in manufacturing or warehouse settings.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Knowledge of safety regulations for forklift operation.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Back up for Shipping Supervisor when needed.
• Review daily load schedule for completeness and efficiency.
• Coordinate carrier scheduling for LTL and full loads.
• Oversee inter-warehouse transfers of materials and goods.
• Ensure accurate paperwork and bills of lading.
• Support process improvement and quality control initiatives.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety regulations

Fast-paced environment

Education

Forklift certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Thomson GA - Thomson, GA 30824

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $20.00 - $22.00 Hourly

Job Shift: 1st Shift

Job Category: Manufacturing

We are not just a box company. Premier Packaging is a fast-growing, forward-thinking provider for all packaging needs. From corrugated, warehouse solutions, design & engineering to packaging supplies.

Leave your past careers at the door! Once you become a member of the Premier family, you’ll discover this job is so much more than you imagined. Above all, we dream big, think creatively, solve problems, have fun, work hard, and value our team. Almost 30 years in business and we are just getting started.

Shift

• Day - Day
• Time - Time

Expected Hours

• 40 Hours
• Overtime When Needed

Pay Frequency

• Bi-Weekly

Essential Functions

• Back up for Shipping Supervisor when needed
• Receives the daily load schedule lineup from the scheduler and reviews for completeness, load arrangement, scheduled stops, dock times, resource availability, and efficient asset utilization.
• The Shipping Lead approves the compatibility between the schedule provided and the fleet’s current posture.
• The Shipping Lead has individual responsibility for the carrier coordination of both LTL and full load farm outs. Coordinates claims when necessary.
• Oversees the efficient inter-warehouse transfer of both raw materials, work in process (WIP), and finished goods.
• Adheres to daily operating agreements that have been established between departments.
• Participates in process improvement teams, CAR responses, and quality control initiatives.
• Maintains historical understanding of customer satisfaction criteria for various clients.
• Has responsibility to oversee and enforce good driver conduct.
• Possess thorough understanding of key performance indicators and the factors that drive the Shipping Department’s metrics.
• Examines manning boards, succession plans, and vacation schedules to ensure coverage is in place.
• Responsibility for accurate paperwork, bill of ladings, and completeness of transactions.

Benefits

Physical & Mental Wellbeing

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account (H.S.A)
• Paid Time Off
• Virtual Care is available 24/7
  • Primary Care
  • Urgent Care
  • Behavioral Care
  • Dermatology

Compensation and Retirement Contributions

• Competitive compensation
• Attendance bonus
• Career growth opportunities
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Referral Program

Our Mission

Premier Packaging provides innovative packaging solutions through a combination of curiosity, collaboration, and a culture built on excellence and an entrepreneurial spirit. We are responsive to our customers’ needs, committed to reducing our impact on the environment, and continually improve our processes to deliver quality products in a safe working environment. We ask ‘Why’ so we can deliver the ‘How.’

QualificationsEducation / Physical / Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Forklift certification is preferred.
• Knowledge of and adherence to safety regulations related to forklift operation.
• 1-3 years experience as a forklift operator in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
• Experience with different types of forklifts (sit-down, stand-up, clamp, etc.).
• Familiarity with handling and transporting materials within a corrugated manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.