Shipping Operations Lead - Multi-Shift & Inventory

Pilgrim; Plainwell (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim is seeking a seasoned Shipping Operations Manager to oversee directing shipping operations, manage multiple shifts, and ensure efficient inventory control. You will coordinate with plant functions, supervise area supervisors, and promote safety and quality.

The role emphasizes budgeting, scheduling, and staff development to meet production targets and cost objectives. Experience with warehouse logistics and USDA/FSIS relations is valued.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; higher education preferred.
• 8–10 years of experience in shipping inventory.
• Experience with warehouse management systems, preferably Red Prairie.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work with plant management, employees, and USDA/FSIS.
• Degree in operations management or supply chain preferred; multilingualism is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Directs shipping operations and personnel to meet processing and quality standards, control costs, and provide data on products.
• Establishes shift schedules and ensures material requisition, machine loading, and equipment maintenance.
• Coordinates with other plant functions to attain output, productivity, and quality.
• Selects, trains, and motivates processing labor to meet schedules at optimum productivity and cost.
• Promotes safe working environment and maintains relations with USDA/FSIS.
• Develops and manages the yearly budget; supervises area supervisors.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Planning

Communication

Warehouse operations

Supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Degree in operations management or supply chain

Tools

Red Prairie

Job description

Pilgrim is seeking a seasoned Shipping Operations Manager to oversee directing shipping operations, manage multiple shifts, and ensure efficient inventory control. You will coordinate with plant functions, supervise area supervisors, and promote safety and quality.

The role emphasizes budgeting, scheduling, and staff development to meet production targets and cost objectives. Experience with warehouse logistics and USDA/FSIS relations is valued.