Shipping Supervisor

Allegion Canada Inc.; Greenfield (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with 6% company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts through Perks at Wo

Community involvement

CliftonStrengths coaching

Job summary

Allegion is seeking a Shipping Supervisor for Greenfield, IN to oversee daily shipping and receiving operations, supervising up to 40 full-time and temporary employees. The role emphasizes adherence to procedures, operational efficiency, and timely processing of shipments.

You will use Kronos for timekeeping, apply the MDI process to auditing packing, and manage RFGM inventory with daily audits to meet OTP/OTA goals. Strong leadership and Lean experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in operations management, logistics, engineering or related field.
• 5+ years leading teams in fast-paced manufacturing or logistics.
• Experience in lean manufacturing principles and process improvements.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shipping and receiving operations, supervising up to 40 employees.
• Use Kronos to administer timecards and track hours.
• Audit packing operations with MDI to ensure no items stay in packing >48h.
• Manage RFGM process; conduct daily audits to clear inventory by shift end.
• Ensure Ship Drop items are processed within two hours daily.

Skills

Team leadership

Lean manufacturing

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in operations management or related field

Tools

Kronos

MDI process

Job description

Shipping Supervisor – Greenfield, IN

Responsible for managing the company’s shipping and receiving operations to ensure efficiency and accuracy. This role involves overseeing a team of shipping clerks and stagers to guarantee adherence to all shipping protocols and timely processing of shipments.

What You Will Do

• Oversee and manage daily shipping and receiving operations, supervising a team of up to 40 full‑time and temporary employees to ensure compliance with standard procedures and operational efficiency.
• Administer employee timecards using Kronos, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of hours worked.
• Utilize the MDI process to audit packing operations, ensuring no items remain in packing for more than 48 hours.
• Manage the RFGM process and conduct daily audits to ensure RFGM inventory is cleared by the end of each shift.
• Ensure “Ship Drop” inventory is processed within two hours daily to maintain workflow efficiency.
• Ship and stage the required number of lines to meet OTP (On‑Time Performance) and OTA (On‑Time Arrival) daily goals.
• Achieve OTP/OTA daily targets and monthly financial objectives in alignment with AOP (Annual Operating Plan) goals.
• Coordinate with first‑shift teams to ensure seamless shipping and receiving processes, and work closely with first‑shift receiving leaders to ensure all materials are received and moved on the same day they arrive.
• Maintain strict no‑partial‑line shipping policy; partial orders are acceptable, but individual lines must not be split.
• Maintain daily MDI metrics, review takt sheets, and provide coaching and training to address underperformance.
• Manage the PO receipt process, ensuring all purchase orders are received and recorded on the same day.
• Maintain 5S standards within the department and on the LTL pad, ensuring the receiving dock is cleared daily.
• Oversee the BOL (Bill of Lading) process to ensure every skid has the correct BOL attached for transport.
• Onboard and coach Team Leaders on fundamental leadership skills to support team development.
• Manage Fast Track shipments with OTA compliance rate, ensuring timely delivery.
• Always adhere to company policies and procedures, communicate effectively with internal departments and external partners, and identify and implement efficient shipping procedures and strategies.
• Address shipping and receiving concerns promptly, escalating significant issues when necessary, and monitor staff performance against organizational objectives while maintaining accurate process records.

What You Will Need to Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in operations management, logistics, materials and supply chain management, engineering, business administration, or a related field is highly preferred.
• 5+ years of experience leading teams in a fast‑paced manufacturing or logistics environment.
• Experience with a fast‑paced manufacturing or logistics environment.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Ability to lead and engage a team toward a common vision.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented and strong organizational skills.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage.
• 401(k) plan with 6% company match and no vesting period.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Discounts through Perks at Work.
• Community involvement and opportunities to give back.
• Opportunities to leverage unique strengths through CliftonStrengths testing and coaching.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Allegion is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace and providing accommodations for persons with disabilities.