Shipping Leadperson

Flowers Baking Co. of Lafayette, LLC; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 64,472,000 - 67,502,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowers Foods, Inc. in Lafayette, LA is seeking a shipping supervisor to guide shift activities, ensure safety and quality, and maintain efficient distribution operations.

This full-time role requires a minimum of four years in shipping or related fields, with a high school diploma or equivalent. You will oversee instruction, training, and adherence to safety and quality standards while coordinating with cross-functional teams to meet shipping targets.

Qualifications

• Four or more years experience in shipping or related fields.
• High School diploma or equivalence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that shipping employees are instructed and trained in the care and safe operations of equipment.
• Review records and procedures to ensure proper use of time and materials. Preform continuous inspection of products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Ensure that all equipment is in good operating condition.
• Promote positive relations and interdepartmental communication and cooperation.
• Ensure a safe working environment for all personnel through enforcement of safety policies and procedures, including inspections and periodic safety meetings, etc.
• May occasionally work in place of employees out sick, on vacation, etc.
• Plan and adjust work assignments of personnel to cover all phases of shipping.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area.
• Ensure compliance with all company rules, policies and procedures (EEO, Sexual Harassment, Safety, etc..).
• Perform other duties as directed by supervision.

Skills

Shipping experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS. Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflectsHonesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility. With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery - it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Full-time employees are offered the following benefits

• Comprehensive health and medical benefits
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan
• Professional growth and leadership training
• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

Bringing Home the Dough

Assist supervisors in directing the activities of shipping personnel on assigned shift to separate and accurately ship product to destination. Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-the-job activities that may have a direct or indirect affect on product safety, legality and/or quality.

Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities

• Ensure that shipping employees are instructed and trained in the care and safe operations of equipment.
• Review records and procedures to ensure proper use of time and materials. Preform continuous inspection of products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Ensure that all equipment is in good operating condition.
• Promote positive relations and interdepartmental communication and cooperation.
• Ensure a safe working environment for all personnel through enforcement of safety policies and procedures, including inspections and periodic safety meetings, etc.
• May occasionally work in place of employees out sick, on vacation, etc.
• Plan and adjust work assignments of personnel to cover all phases of shipping.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area.
• Ensure compliance with all company rules, policies and procedures (EEO, Sexual Harassment, Safety, etc..).
• Perform other duties as directed by supervision.

Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications

• Four (4) or more years experience in shipping or related fields.

Additional Ingredients: Essential Job Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalence.

Salary Range- $22.51/HR

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package.

EEO Statement

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

If you need assistance with submitting your resume due to a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Richard Lacour at [e-mail] or(1) 337 2654225.