Shipping Supervisor

SGL Carbon SE; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vision insurance

EAP

FSA

HSA

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k match

Paid holidays

Job summary

SGL Sinking Spring, part of the SGL Carbon SE family, seeks a Shipping Supervisor to lead the Shipping Department in Southeast Pennsylvania. You will manage daily work orders, coordinate carriers, and ensure accurate SAP shipping operations including delivery notes and BOLs.

You will oversee two direct reports and collaborate with production, management and sales to optimize packaging and export processes. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, strong interpersonal skills, and

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with all levels of organization (production, management, sales).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate schedules, plan overtime, and organize daily work orders for crates, skids, and packaging materials.
• Track and order all packaging supplies.
• Check special customer packing requirements, write specs, track crate dimensions and create labels.
• Complete daily shipping in SAP (delivery notes, packing lists, BOL), log previous day's shipments, and finalize work order completions.
• Set up carriers, schedule freight, and manage export paperwork.
• Print labels, prepare customer certs, and route required paperwork.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

SGL Sinking Spring is located in Southeast Pennsylvania and is part of the Business Unit Graphite Solutions. Our focus is on the flexible machining of graphite and carbon components for a wide range of industrial and electronic applications and we work closely with the site in St. Marys.

The shipping supervisor is responsible for all operations and performance of the Sinking Spring Shipping Department, with 2 direct reports.

What to expect:

• Coordinate schedules, plan overtime, and organize daily work orders for crates, skids, and packaging materials.
• Track and order all packaging supplies.
• Check special customer packing requirements, write specs, track crate demsions and create labels.
• Complete daily shipping in SAP (delivery notes, packing lists, BOL), log previous day's shipments, and finalize work order completions.
• Set up carriers, schedule freight, and manage export paperwork.
• Print labels, prepare customer certs, and route required paperwork.

What we're looking for:

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work with all levels of organization (production, management, sales)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and SAP

What we offer:

SGL offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical and Prescription Drug coverage
• Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Basic Life and AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
• Voluntary Spouse Life insurance
• Voluntary Child Life insurance
• 401k Savings Retirement Plan with employer match
• Paid Holidays

Our Promise:
Your skills and experience make a difference with us. You have the opportunity to help shape the future, live our values, and advance your career step by step—whether as an expert, a manager, or in project management. Make a difference. Come and join us!

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Reasonable Accommodation Notice
SGL Carbon, LLC is committed to the inclusion of qualified individuals. As part of this commitment SGL Carbon, LLC will provide accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email [e-mail]. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] or 704-593-5250.

Become part of a team that makes a difference.

As one of the world's leading companies in developing and manufacturing specialty graphite, carbon fibers, and composite materials, we create innovative solutions for today's major challenges: mobility, energy, and digitalization.
With around 3,800 employees across 28sites worldwide, we are dedicated to shaping the future through our products and technologies. Our work not only advances industry but also benefits society and reduces environmental impact.

Come and join us! Make a difference with your unique skills and experience.