Shipping & Receiving Supervisor

Recycling-Services-of-Florida; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

RSF is seeking an experienced Shipping & Receiving Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of our shipping department. This role focuses on safe, efficient, and accurate outbound shipments while maintaining high-quality standards for our customers.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a demanding industrial environment and leads by example. Responsibilities include supervising shipping staff, ensuring safety, and collaborating with management.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate leadership and strong communication.
• Experience supervising shipping and receiving teams.
• Experience in a physically demanding environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of shipping personnel and forklift operators.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shipping department.
• Inspect high-value loads before and during loading to ensure specifications.
• Inspect baled commodities for quality and bale integrity.
• Utilize labor and equipment to maximize productivity.
• Coordinate trailer loading/unloading.
• Train forklift operators on safe practices.
• Communicate shipping priorities and quality concerns with plant management.
• Assist with inventory accuracy, bale organization, and yard management.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety and workflow.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Supervisory experience

Forklift experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Shipping & Receiving Supervisor

Reports To: Plant Manager

Position Summary

RSF is seeking an experienced Shipping & Receiving Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of our fast-paced shipping department. This individual is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and accurate outbound shipments while maintaining the highest quality standards for our customers.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a demanding industrial environment and leads by example.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of shipping personnel and forklift operators.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shipping department.


• Inspect high-value loads before and during loading to ensure customer specifications are met.


• Inspect baled commodities for quality, contamination, and bale integrity.


• Efficiently utilize labor and equipment to maximize productivity.


• Coordinate trailer loading and unloading activities.


• Train and coach forklift operators on safe operating practices.


• Communicate shipping priorities and quality concerns with plant management.


• Assist with inventory accuracy, bale organization, and yard management.


• Identify opportunities to improve safety and workflow.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.


• Valid driver's license.


• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.


• Ability to work in a physically demanding, fast-paced environment.

Preferred:

• Experience in the recycling industry.


• Experience operating horizontal balers.


• Experience operating sit-down forklifts.


• Previous supervisory experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse, or production.


• Knowledge of recyclable commodities and customer quality specifications.