Shipping & Receiving Lead — Manufacturing Supervisor

The Pivot Group Careers; Allegan (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Allegan, MI seeks a Shipping & Receiving Lead to manage daily shipping operations, ensure accurate handling of inbound/outbound shipments, and supervise a small team. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and coordination with purchasing and production.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, 3+ years in shipping/receiving in manufacturing, forklift certification, and familiarity with shipping software and inventory systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in shipping, receiving, or warehouse work in a manufacturing setting.
• Forklift certification and experience operating a forklift safely.
• Experience with shipping software and inventory systems.
• Ability to read packing slips, bills of lading, and purchase orders accurately.
• Prior lead or supervisory experience on a small team.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks and verify counts with drivers before signing off.
• Enter receipts, shipments, and inventory adjustments in the warehouse system.
• Resolve shipment errors, carrier delays, and inventory discrepancies with purchasing and production.
• Train new team members on loading, paperwork, and safety procedures.
• Open the shipping area and review the day’s outbound orders and inbound deliveries.
• Assign work to shipping and receiving staff and confirm coverage for each shift.
• Check incoming shipments against packing slips and purchase orders and note shortages or damage.
• Prepare outbound shipments with correct labels, paperwork, and loading plans.

Skills

3+ years shipping/receiving experience

Lead or supervisory experience

Ability to read packing slips/bills of

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Shipping software

Inventory systems

Forklift operation experience

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Allegan, MI seeks a Shipping & Receiving Lead to manage daily shipping operations, ensure accurate handling of inbound/outbound shipments, and supervise a small team. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and coordination with purchasing and production.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, 3+ years in shipping/receiving in manufacturing, forklift certification, and familiarity with shipping software and inventory systems.