Shipping Lead

UFP Industries; Woodburn (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Lead for our Woodburn, OR operation. You will coordinate inbound/outbound shipments, prepare shipment paperwork, and verify paperwork against incoming material under supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 6 months in shipping/receiving, basic Excel/Outlook skills, and forklift certification. Strong attention to detail and compliance with DOT rules are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in shipping and receiving.
• Working knowledge of DOT concepts, regulations, practices and procedures.
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Forklift licensing/certification completed.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and schedules all outbound loads and coordinates with sales and production.
• Determines proper loading order and placement of product.
• Verifies shipping documents and records any discrepancies.
• Set up all loads to be shipped by common carrier with outside freight companies.
• Coordinates routing of orders and dispatches carrier with orders and appropriate delivery instructions.
• Maintains proper documentation and records of incoming and outgoing shipments.

Job description

Job Summary

The Shipping and Receiving Lead coordinates the incoming and outgoing shipment of material. Prepares paperwork and material for shipment and reviews paperwork of incoming material. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision.

Job Summary

The Shipping and Receiving Lead coordinates the incoming and outgoing shipment of material. Prepares paperwork and material for shipment and reviews paperwork of incoming material. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Coordinates and schedules all outbound loads and coordinates with sales and production
• Determines proper loading order and placement of product
• Verifies shipping documents and records any discrepancies
• Set up all loads to be shipped by common carrier with outside freight companies
• Coordinates routing of orders and dispatches carrier with orders and appropriate delivery instructions consistent with the customer receiving times
• Ensures all internal/external paperwork meets all UFP as well as DOT regulations and procedures
• Documents any shortage on orders, investigates reasons for occurrence, and informs sales and admin of the shortage.
• Takes and acts upon all calls for tracing and/or expediting orders
• Maintains proper documentation and records of incoming and outgoing shipments
• May assist loading and unloading material from trucks or carts
• Prepares various reports and correspondence as required
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma/GED
• Minimum 6 months of experience in shipping and receiving or related area
• Working knowledge of standard DOT concepts, regulations, practices, and procedures
• Working knowledge of proper loading techniques, weight limitations, and company procedures
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Basic knowledge of lumber math, lumber grades, and species
• Successful completion of forklift driver licensing process
• Preferred understanding of company policies, practices, and procedures
• Must be at least 18 years of age

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.