SHIPPING SUPERVISOR

Northeast Foods; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Short-term disability

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Company swag

Job summary

A family-owned bakery network in Baltimore, Maryland, is seeking a Shipping Supervisor to oversee the shipment of products and lead a team. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience in material handling and leadership, and a background in the bakery industry. Responsibilities include supervising personnel, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates should have strong communication skills and the ability to motivate team members. Comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse, shipping, or packaging preferred.
• Industry-specific knowledge needed, particularly in food or bakery.
• Ability to monitor and manage performance of team members.
• Ability to empower and motivate team members; leadership experience required.
• Strong communication and collaboration with other departments.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and direct shipping personnel.
• Ensure products are delivered on time and undamaged.
• Schedule distribution personnel for effective workforce use.
• Maintain FIFO standards and cleanliness of work area.
• Run the shift effectively and address issues with sound reasoning.
• Maintain FIFO and keep the work area clean.

Skills

Material handling

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Team collaboration

Build partnerships

Knowledge of material handling

Warehouse, shipping, packaging know‑h

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join the H&S Family of Bakeries

Join the H&S Family of Bakeries - the team behind H&S Family of Bakeries includes Northeast Foods, H&S Bakery and Schmidt Baking Co. - the largest family‑owned variety baker in the United States. Headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, we operate a network of 10 bakeries and 30 distribution centers across the country to deliver fresh, high‑quality baked goods nationwide, from fast food and quick‑service restaurants to cafeterias, hospitals, grocery stores and universities to name a few. We’re passionate about innovation in manufacturing and distribution, leading the way in the industrial baking industry, while creating opportunities for our people to grow and succeed.

Our Core Beliefs

Be Well, Work Well | Create an Experience | Life‑long Learning | Do the Right Thing

The Shipping Supervisor is responsible for supervising the shipment of products from production and sister bakeries to the sale routes and filling in for the Shipping Manager when needed.

In this role, you will:

• Follow all assigned duties and those in which you were trained. Supervise, train, and direct shipping personnel.
• Ensure all products are delivered according to order, time schedule, and free from damage or contamination.
• Schedule all distribution personnel (and transport runs where applicable) to provide for the most efficient use of the workforce and related equipment, meeting established standards.
• Ensure production orders are filled correctly and the product is shipped according to schedule.
• Effectively run the assigned shift, addressing, and correcting any issues as they arise to assure the proper outcome using good reasoning skills.
• Always maintain FIFO.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. Experience in material handling, warehouse, shipping, packaging, etc.
• Industry‑specific knowledge, skills & abilities needed.
• Experience in the food environment desired, particularly in the bakery industry.
• General Business knowledge. Specialty/Job‑Related knowledge, skills & abilities needed.
• Knowledge of material handling, warehouse, shipping, packaging.
• Leadership experience needed.
• Ability to empower, collaborate, motivate, and enthuse team members.
• Human Performance Management skills - monitor performance of direct reports and provide feedback to improve performance.
• Interpersonal knowledge, skills & abilities needed.
• Strong oral communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain partnering relationships with other departments and key managers.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and push and pull heavy wheeled equipment or carts in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time during a shift, maintaining a normal range of motion in all extremities.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and crouch to access equipment, tools, or materials.
• Ability to use arms, hands and fingers to handle or operate machinery, tools or controls.
• Ability to perceive and respond immediately to visual and audible safety alerts and warnings to ensure the safety of self and others in a fast‑paced, hazard‑sensitive environment with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work in environments with varying temperatures, noise levels, and airborne particles, odors and fumes.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, or work platforms as required by the position.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods using office equipment and computer systems.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and protective clothing for extended periods of time, with or without reasonable accommodation.

What’s in it for you?

At H&S Family of Bakeries, we value our team members and work hard to create a workplace where people can grow and thrive. Along with equitable pay, we provide exceptional benefits designed to support you both at work and in life. Our comprehensive and affordable packages include medical, dental, and vision coverage; short‑term disability; retirement savings; paid time off; flexible spending accounts; an employee assistance program; and, of course, some very cool company swag.

Equal Opportunity Employer

H&S Family of Bakeries is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or any other factor unrelated to merit.

Offer Determination Guidelines

The salary range listed for this position is provided in accordance with applicable transparency laws and serves as a general guideline. However, it does not represent a guaranteed salary offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of job‑related factors, which may include but are not limited to relevant experience, skills, education, internal equity, market data, and geographic location, including local cost of living. The final offer may vary outside the posted range based on these considerations.

Behaviors

• Leader - Inspires teammates to follow them
• Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Growth Opportunities - Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.