Shipping Superintendent - Night Shift

Flowers Baking Co of Oxford, Inc; Oxford (PA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowers Foods, Inc. in Oxford, PA seeks a Shipping Supervisor to assist the Director of Distribution in ensuring safe, efficient, and timely operation of the Shipping and Transport departments.

You will oversee shipping staff, coordinate with 3rd party providers, and maintain compliance with safety regulations. The role requires two years of shipping supervision experience, two years as a transport driver, and a high school diploma or equivalent, with formal management training preferred.

Qualifications

• Two or more years experience as transport driver or supervisor.
• Two years experience as Shipping Supervisor.
• High School diploma or equivalency.
• Completion of formal management skills training program.

Responsibilities

• Carry out policies established by company officials and policy manuals.
• Directs and oversees activities of the Shipping Supervisors, 3rd party transport providers, and shipping employees.
• Ensures that shipping employees are properly instructed in the care and safe operation of equipment.
• Maintains Safety Programs and safe operating procedures and monitors employee compliance.
• Ensures that products are shipped on schedule and received by the Sales department.
• Supports recruitment of qualified personnel for shipping and transport roles.

Skills

Transport driver experience

Shipping supervisor experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalency

Job description

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS.

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflectsHonesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility.With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery - it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Full-time employees are offered the following benefits:

• Comprehensive health and medical benefits
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan
• Professional growth and leadership training
• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

Bringing Home the Dough

Assists Director of Distribution in ensuring the safe, efficient and timely operation of the Shipping Department and Transport department as well as in the direction and oversight of the implementation, operation, and maintenance of automated shipping systems. Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-the-job activities that may have a direct or indirect affect on product safety, legality and/or quality.

Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities

• Carry out policies established by company officials and policy manuals.
• Ensures that shipping employees are properly instructed in the care and safe operation of equipment.
• Directs and oversees activities of the Shipping Supervisors, 3rd party transport providers, and shipping employees.
• Functions in the capacity of the Distribution Manager in his/her absence.
• Ensures that products received from Production Department and from other plants are properly handled and shipped on schedule.
• Ensures that sales department and affiliated companies receive products ordered on schedule.
• Assists in the recruitment of qualified personnel to meet shipping and transport personnel needs.
• Develops and maintains good employee relations.
• Maintains Safety Programs and safe operating procedures and monitors employee compliance.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area.
• Assists Distribution Manager in maintaining familiarization and compliance with Federal Motor Carrier safety regulations.
• Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures (EEO, Sarbanes Oxley, Sexual Harassment, Safety, etc.)
• Perform other duties as directed by supervision.
• Performs other duties which are deemed by management to be an integral part of the job, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies, and other applicable operating rules, policies and procedures.

Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) or more years experience as transport driver or supervisor and two (2) years experience as Shipping Supervisor.

Additional Ingredients: Essential Job Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalency.
• Completion of formal management skills training program.

Salary Range- 70500.0 - 92475.6

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package.

EEO Statement

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.