Shipping Operations Leader — Perishables & Efficiency

Wayne Farms LLC; Mississippi; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms seeks a Shipping Department Leader to manage the shipping team, set procedures, and meet schedules and budgets. You will supervise daily operations, ensuring safe loading/unloading and efficient storage of materials across production lines.

Candidates should have at least four years in a supply chain or shipping environment, with strong leadership and communication skills. Perishable foods experience is a plus, and a high school diploma is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum four (4) years in a supply chain or shipping environment.
• Leadership experience including policy adherence and conflict resolution.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Manage shipping department by establishing procedures to meet schedules and budget objectives.
• Oversee day-to-day activities to ensure efficient transportation and storage of materials.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and reduction of repeat deficiencies.
• Mentor and train employees; provide feedback and performance improvement plans.
• Ensure safety policies are followed and PPE is worn where required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Timekeeping

Policy adherence

Conflict resolution

Customer focus

Computer skills

Numerical skills

Organizational skills

Initiative

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Wayne-Sanderson Farms seeks a Shipping Department Leader to manage the shipping team, set procedures, and meet schedules and budgets. You will supervise daily operations, ensuring safe loading/unloading and efficient storage of materials across production lines.

Candidates should have at least four years in a supply chain or shipping environment, with strong leadership and communication skills. Perishable foods experience is a plus, and a high school diploma is required.