Shipping Operations Lead — Logistics, Inventory & Safety

Smithfield Foods; Denison (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Shipping Supervisor to lead the shipping team, manage scheduling, and oversee invoicing and inventory adjustments. You will drive safe, cost-conscious operations and collaborate with corporate teams to meet delivery goals.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, and safety, with responsibilities spanning labor optimization, cost control, and adherence to quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience required.
• Experience acting as a lead by providing training, coaching or mentoring to staff.
• Forklift, electric pallet jack and spotter tractor licenses required.
• Strong communication skills and ability to motivate, train and coach employees in a team environment.
• Adaptable to fast-paced environments, willing to work long hours and weekends when needed.
• Travel up to 5% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Manage Shipping Operations: supervise the shipping crew, ensure efficient loading, scheduling, and prioritization of shipments, coordinating with scheduling and corporate as needed.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Training coaching

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

2+ years of relevant experience

Tools

SAP

ADC

Intermec Janus scanning

Job description

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Shipping Supervisor to lead the shipping team, manage scheduling, and oversee invoicing and inventory adjustments. You will drive safe, cost-conscious operations and collaborate with corporate teams to meet delivery goals.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, and safety, with responsibilities spanning labor optimization, cost control, and adherence to quality standards in a fast-paced environment.