Shipping & Receiving Coordinator (ERP & Forklift)

Rheinmetal; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

American Rheinmetall is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Supervisor to coordinate activities of warehouse staff, ensure accurate handling of inbound and outbound shipments, and maintain compliant records in a fast-paced facility in Michigan.

The role focuses on prioritizing shipments, planning load layouts, verifying routing and weight limits, preparing bills of lading, and driving forklift operations while upholding safety and quality standards. Strong ERP experience is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience driving a forklift is required.
• Experience with Plex or other ERP systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, production orders, and related documents to determine shipping priorities, work assignments, and methods required to meet shipping and receiving schedules.
• Oversee incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper condition of shipments.
• Determine space requirements and positioning of shipments in trucks, and plan load layouts to ensure safe and efficient transport.
• Verify routing and legal load limits of trucks in accordance with schedules and state weight regulations.
• Inspect loading operations to confirm compliance with shipping specifications, and seal loaded truck doors.
• Direct movement of shipments from the shipping and receiving platform to designated storage or work areas.
• Investigate and resolve receiving discrepancies with suppliers in a timely manner.
• Coordinate all outgoing shipments according to assigned dock times.
• Schedule pick-up appointments with customer logistics departments.
• Record shipment weights and calculate shipping charges.
• Manage material flow for commercial customers in line with scheduled dock times.
• Prepare and issue bills of lading.
• Maintain accurate time and activity records.
• Evaluate and standardize procedures to enhance efficiency, equipment performance, and overall product quality.
• Analyze and resolve operational problems, or assist team members in developing solutions.
• Promote employee engagement by initiating or suggesting plans to motivate workers and achieve departmental goals.
• Address and correct errors or complaints promptly.
• Interpret and communicate company policies to team members, and enforce compliance with all safety regulations.

Skills

Forklift experience

Warehouse operations

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Plex ERP

ERP systems

Job description

American Rheinmetall is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Supervisor to coordinate activities of warehouse staff, ensure accurate handling of inbound and outbound shipments, and maintain compliant records in a fast-paced facility in Michigan.

The role focuses on prioritizing shipments, planning load layouts, verifying routing and weight limits, preparing bills of lading, and driving forklift operations while upholding safety and quality standards. Strong ERP experience is required.