Shipping Supervisor

Atlas Roofing Corporation; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life/AD&D/LTD Insurance

401(k)

Healthcare FSA

PTO

10 Company Paid Holidays

Disability Insurance

Referral Program

Educational Assistance Program

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Financial Counseling

Personal Counseling

Employee Purchase Program

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Atlas Roofing Corporation in Clinton, IA, is seeking a Shipping Supervisor to lead the Shipping & Receiving team. The role focuses on policy execution, safe operations, and on-time delivery across multiple departments.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in shipping/logistics, supervisory experience, and ERP proficiency. Requires high school diploma, associate degree, and forklift certification. Competitive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Direct and lead development, implementation, maintenance, and enforcement of Shipping and Receiving policies and procedures.
• Supervise daily operations and personnel of the Shipping and Receiving Department.
• Lead, coach, develop, and evaluate Shipping and Receiving employees while fostering teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Oversee training and safety performance of shipping and traffic employees.
• Schedule and coordinate shipments using efficient and cost-effective transportation methods to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Coordinate with Sales, Customer Service, Production, and Warehouse teams to ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Resolve transportation, logistics, carrier, and customer service issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with transportation carriers and negotiate freight rates and services.
• Oversee completion and accuracy of bills of lading, shipping documentation, and system transactions.
• Supervise shipping personnel and drivers to ensure efficient shipment and inventory movement.
• Plan warehouse layouts to maximize storage and safe material flow.
• Oversee forklift fleet maintenance and coordinate maintenance activities.
• Maintain department metrics, reports, process docs, carrier logs, training records.
• Monitor KPIs (on-time shipments, inventory accuracy, freight costs, shipping productivity, customer service) and implement corrective actions.
• Assist with monthly inventories and reconcile discrepancies.
• Ensure inventory rotation, tracking, and security of finished goods.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in warehouse and shipping areas.
• Compile operational data and prepare reports for plant leadership.
• Promote a safe work environment and participate in safety initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Atlas Roofing Corporation, a privately owned company established in 1982, is an innovative, customer-oriented leading provider of high-performance roofing and construction materials that help build better environments to live and work.Atlas Roofing Corporationhas grown from a single roofing shingle manufacturing facility in 1982 into an industry leader with facilities in North America and worldwide product distribution.Atlas Roofing Corporationis made up of 4 divisions: Roof and Wall Insulation, Shingles & Underlayments, Web Technologies, and Molded Products.

Atlas Roofing Shingles and Underlaymentsis seeking aShipping SupervisorforClinton, IA.

Shipping Supervisor Primary Responsibilities:

• Direct and lead the development, implementation, maintenance, and enforcement of Shipping and Receiving policies and procedures.
• Supervise, plan, direct, and schedule the daily operations and personnel of the Shipping and Receiving Department.
• Lead, coach, develop, and evaluate Shipping and Receiving employees while fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the development, discipline, training, and safety performance of shipping and traffic employees.
• Schedule and coordinate shipments of finished goods using the most efficient and cost-effective transportation methods while meeting customer delivery requirements.
• Coordinate with Sales, Customer Service, Production, and Warehouse teams to ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Resolve transportation, logistics, carrier, and customer service issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with transportation carriers and negotiate freight rates and transportation services as appropriate.
• Oversee completion and accuracy of bills of lading, shipping documentation, and system transactions.
• Supervise shipping personnel and dedicated truck drivers, when applicable, to ensure efficient shipment of finished goods and receipt, storage, and movement of raw materials.
• Plan and maintain warehouse layouts to maximize storage capacity while ensuring safe and efficient material flow.
• Oversee the maintenance and utilization of the leased forklift fleet and coordinate maintenance activities as needed.
• Maintain department metrics, reports, process documentation, carrier logs, training records, and other operational records.
• Monitor departmental key performance indicators, including on-time shipments, inventory accuracy, freight costs, shipping productivity, and customer service matters, and implement corrective actions to drive continuous improvement.
• Assist with monthly physical inventories of finished goods and raw materials and reconcile inventory discrepancies.
• Ensure proper inventory rotation, tracking, accuracy, and security of finished goods.
• Maintain overall housekeeping standards within warehouse and shipping areas.
• Compile operational data and prepare reports for plant leadership.
• Promote and support a safe work environment by adhering to all plant safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in safety initiatives, continuous improvement initiatives, and complete additional assignments and projects as needed.
• Perform any and all other duties as assigned.
• 3+ years of experience in shipping, warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing operations required.
• 2+ years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment preferred.
• Experience coordinating transportation, freight carriers, warehouse operations, and inventory management.
• Experience with ERP systems is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management abilities.
• Knowledge of shipping, receiving, warehouse operations, inventory control, and transportation logistics.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changing production and customer demands.
• Proficient with using computers and business software, including Microsoft Office, ERP systems, email, and internet-based applications.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and maintain consistent attendance.

Shipping Supervisor Education, Licenses & Certifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field required.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain forklift certification.

Shipping Supervisor Additional Information:

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this position, the Shipping Supervisor is regularly required to communicate verbally and hear effectively. The role frequently requires standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, climbing stairs and ladders, grasping, performing fine and gross motor movements, and reaching both forward and above head level throughout the duration of the shift. The employee must be able to work in varying temperature conditions, safely operate assigned machinery, and regularly push, pull and/or lift up to 50 lbs.

The duties of this job may vary slightly across divisions and locations. This position description is intended to provide an overview of the primary responsibilities of the role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. Responsibilities may change based on business needs, and additional duties may be assigned.

Total Compensation

• Atlas Roofing Corporationoffers a competitive compensation and vacation/holiday package as well as a comprehensive benefits program including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D/LTD insurance, 401(k) and Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

Atlas Roofing Corporationis an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Standard Hours

40

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Healthcare FSA
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
10 Company Paid Holidays
Disability Insurance
Referral Program
Educational Assistance Program
Maternity/Paternity Leave
Financial Counseling
Personal Counseling
Employee Purchase Program
Company Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Term Life and AD&D Insurance

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