Shipping Lead: On-Time Outbound Logistics & Team Leadership

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

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Job summary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Shipping Lead to manage daily outbound shipping, ensure accurate orders, and ship on time.

You will lead the shipping team, coordinate with Receiving, Production, Planning, Purchasing, and Quality, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining safety and compliance.

Join a team focused on delivering reliable, timely shipments and improving operational performance across departments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years in shipping, warehouse, or logistics in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading, training, or mentoring others preferred.
• Experience using ERP systems (XA preferred).
• Strong understanding of shipping documentation, domestic and international shipping practices, and inventory transactions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily outbound shipping activities, ensuring orders are complete, accurate, and shipping on schedule.
• Assign daily priorities and provide guidance, coaching, and support to shipping personnel.
• Train new team members and reinforce standard work, safety practices, and shipping procedures.
• Verify part numbers, quantities, certifications, and shipping documentation prior to shipment.
• Ensure all shipments are accurately entered into the XA ERP system and comply with customer requirements.
• Coordinate pickups with UPS, FedEx, freight carriers, and customers while proactively resolving shipping issues.
• Ensure packaging, labeling, and documentation meet company, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor shipping metrics and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and workflow.
• Support inventory accuracy through cycle counts, transaction verification, and collaboration with Receiving.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shipping area while ensuring shipping supplies and materials remain available.
• Communicate shipment status, priorities, and potential delays with Production, Planning, Purchasing, Customer Service, and Quality.
• Investigate shipping discrepancies and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
• Serves as a resource for the shipping team by helping remove obstacles and promoting teamwork across departments.
• Support departmental initiatives and contribute to process improvements that enhance customer satisfaction and operational performance.
• Other duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Cross-department collab

Pallet jack operation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

XA ERP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Shipping Lead to manage daily outbound shipping, ensure accurate orders, and ship on time.

You will lead the shipping team, coordinate with Receiving, Production, Planning, Purchasing, and Quality, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining safety and compliance.

Join a team focused on delivering reliable, timely shipments and improving operational performance across departments.