Shipping Lead: Master Carrier Coordination & Dispatch

Premier-Packaging; Thomson (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Premier Packaging is seeking a Shipping Lead to back up the Shipping Supervisor, coordinate carrier schedules, and optimize inter-warehouse transfers. The role focuses on timely load planning, driver conduct, and accuracy of shipping documentation in a fast-paced corrugated manufacturing environment.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time deliveries, maintain customer satisfaction standards, and contribute to process improvements and quality control initiatives.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Back up for Shipping Supervisor when needed.
• Receives and reviews daily load schedule for completeness, load arrangement, and dock times.
• Coordinates carrier coordination for LTL and full-load outs; manages claims when necessary.
• Oversees inter-warehouse transfer of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Adheres to daily operating agreements between departments.
• Participates in process-improvement teams, CAR responses, and quality control initiatives.
• Maintains understanding of customer satisfaction criteria for various clients.
• Oversees and enforces good driver conduct.
• Examines Manning boards and vacation schedules to ensure coverage.
• Responsible for accurate paperwork, bills of ladings, and completeness of transactions.

Skills

Carrier coordination

Load planning

Fleet utilization

Quality control

People management

Forklift operation

Education

Forklift certification

Job description

Premier Packaging is seeking a Shipping Lead to back up the Shipping Supervisor, coordinate carrier schedules, and optimize inter-warehouse transfers. The role focuses on timely load planning, driver conduct, and accuracy of shipping documentation in a fast-paced corrugated manufacturing environment.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time deliveries, maintain customer satisfaction standards, and contribute to process improvements and quality control initiatives.