Shipping Lead 1st shift

Pratt Industries; Sandston (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly incentives

Paid holidays

Insurance benefits

Wellness reimbursement

401(k) match

Vacation days

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Pratt Industries, a leading recycled packaging company in the United States, is hiring for a Shipping Supervisor to oversee daily shipping department activities and ensure on-time deliveries. You will coordinate forklift operators, manage bills of lading, and enforce safety and policy standards in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

We value reliability and leadership; a forklift background and at least one year of supervisory experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Able to speak, read, comprehend and write legibly in English.
• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• One year experience as a Forklift Operator preferred.
• Supervisory experience as a proven manager/leader preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Shipping Department activities using the most cost effective methods possible while meeting customer delivery expectations.
• Implement, maintain and support all company policies and procedures.
• Provide training as necessary.
• Conduct shift overlap meetings with oncoming shift Supervisor to minimize errors.
• Coordinate forklift operators in the daily routine of loading trailers according to customer specifications.
• Schedule deliveries using the most cost efficient, and time saving manner possible while still meeting customer expectations.
• Coordinate and communicate with Customer Service concerning delivery of product to customers.
• Accurately prepare bills of lading.
• Review forklift inspection sheets daily and prepare maintenance work orders for needed repairs.
• Ensure accurate stock locations in the shipping warehouse.
• Additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Forklift operation

Supervisory experience

Tape measure literacy

English literacy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Within 1 Month : Eligible for insurance benefits

At 3 Months : 401k with partial match

• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Job Description

Overview:

• Oversee Shipping Department activities using the most cost effective methods possible while meeting customer delivery expectations.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Implement, maintain and support all company policies and procedures.
• Provide training as necessary.
• Conduct shift overlap meetings with oncoming shift Supervisor to minimize errors.
• Coordinate forklift operators in the daily routine of loading trailers according to customer specifications.
• Schedule deliveries using the most cost efficient, and time saving manner possible while still meeting customer expectations.
• Coordinate and communicate with Customer Service concerning delivery of product to customers.
• Accurately prepare bills of lading.
• Review forklift inspection sheets daily and prepare maintenance work orders for needed repairs.
• Ensure accurate stock locations in the shipping warehouse.
• Additional duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• Able to speak, read, comprehend and write legibly in English
• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy
• One year experience as a Forklift Operator preferred.
• Supervisory experience as a proven manager/leader preferred.

Physical Demands:

• The employee is regularly required to walk and talk and hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit.
• Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Work space is not climate controlled and can reach both hot and cold extremes (30 degrees – 110 degrees Fahrenheit).
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Information

Pratt is America's 5th largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held 100% recycled paper and packaging company, with more than 10,000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability.

Why Choose Us?
At Pratt Industries, we care about our employees by providing secure jobs, a safe work environment, and many supportive benefits. By investing in employees, we are able to offer growth opportunities to build a thriving, lifelong career.

Perks of Pratt?

Monthly Incentive Opportunities
Paid Holidays from DAY ONE
Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire
3 Months: 401(k) with match
6 Months: PAID vacation days
12 Months: FULL tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing and parenting leave

EEOC Statement

Pratt Industries provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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