Shipping Supervisor

Dg Foods Llc; Bastrop (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

DG Foods is seeking a Shipping Supervisor to join our Bastrop, LA facility. The role oversees shipping, cooler, and dock operations across the assigned shift, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance with safety standards.

Reporting to the Shipping Superintendent, you will train and lead a team of up to 15, coordinate crew activities, and drive cost-saving measures while maintaining strong customer service and adherence to USDA guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage shipping, loading/unloading, and cooler/dock operations for the designated shift.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Customer service

Problem solving

Spanish (Desirable)

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

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Full Time Bastrop, LA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1125

Position Summary:

DG Foods is seeking a Shipping Supervisor to join our management team at our Bastrop, LA facility. This role involves overseeing the shipping, cooler, and dock operations during a designated shift, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety standards are met. Reporting to the Shipping Superintendent, this individual will manage various functions including shipping, receiving, dock, and cooler operations oversight.

Essential Job Functions:

• Managing and coordinating the shipping, loading, unloading, and cooler/dock operations for the designated shift.
• Training and motivating staff to maintain operational excellence.
• Ensuring plant security measures are in place to prevent theft and safeguard assets.
• Must be able to learn and understand USDA, HACCP, SSOP, and GPM policies to ensure compliance.
• Upholding safety and health programs, and conducting inspections to mitigate hazards.
• Monitoring operations to meet quality specifications and regulatory standards.
• Implementing cost-saving measures and promoting efficiency.
• Coordinating departmental activities to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Providing leadership and direction to achieve company goals.
• Ensuring effective customer service and adherence to quality standards.
• Collaborating with functional leaders to meet regulatory guidelines.
• Maintaining positive employee relations and resolving conflicts.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversees approximately up to 15 direct reports.
• Develops and applies new skills to enhance performance.
• Mentors and coaches shipping employees fostering an environment of positive continuous improvement.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelors degree is preferred, however, equivalent experience will be considered. High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to always maintain a high and relatable level of professionalism.
• Ability to maintain a calm demeanor in high pressure situations.
• Must have excellent organizational and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to always maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong conflict resolution and customer service skills are essential.
• Bilingual in Spanish is extremely desirable.
• Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Office 365, and/or related software.
• Dependable transportation to and from DG Food facilities.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in varying environments, including cold and wet conditions.
• Capable of lifting and maneuvering up to 30 pounds.
• Visual acuity is required for close and peripheral tasks.

About DG Foods:

DG Foods is the south’s premier poultry custom processor and portioner with locations in Louisiana and Mississippi. We are committed to being a service-oriented supplier of high-quality poultry products within a workplace that is safe, healthy, and injury-free. We are dedicated to safely meeting our customers’ needs and expectations as well as continually being at the forefront of product quality, processes, and customer service.

DG Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.