Shipping Supervisor

Wabtec; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 69,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Annual bonus

Job summary

Wabtec in United States—Indiana—Plainfield is seeking a Shipping Supervisor to oversee daily shipping operations, supervise hourly staff, and coordinate with carriers to meet deadlines. You will manage material flows, ensure accuracy and on-time delivery, and continuously improve processes to boost efficiency and customer satisfaction.

The role emphasizes leadership, problem-solving, and hands-on involvement in wave planning, inventory control, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with 5 years of experience in supervising warehouse/shipping).
• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred.
• Experience in distribution center or warehouse shipping operations.
• Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with WMS/ERP and Oracle systems.
• Ability to prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shipping operations; ensure orders ship accurately, on time, and align with priorities.
• Supervise hourly shipping staff; train and support team members.
• Coordinate with carriers and brokers; manage pickups and deliveries.
• Maintain shipping materials, inventory, and accurate system records.
• Improve shipping processes for efficiency, safety, and cost control.
• Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards; address performance issues.
• Serve as point of contact for internal/external stakeholders on shipment status.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong communication

Problem solving

Prioritization

WMS/ERP experience

Oracle system experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

WMS/ERP

Oracle

Job description

The Shipping Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily shipping operations to ensure customer orders are shipped accurately, on time, and in alignment with business priorities. This role supervises hourly shipping employees, coordinates directly with carriers and brokers, manages shipping-related materials and inventory, and continuously improves shipping processes to support operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. The salary rate for this role is currently$62,100-$75,500.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Operations & Issue Resolution

• Assist in resolving day-to-day operational issues within the shipping function, including order discrepancies, labor constraints, and carrier delays.
• Ensure shipping activities align with customer shipment deadlines and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Prioritize resources appropriately to meet daily and expedited shipment requirements.
• Supervise, train, and support hourly employees assigned to shipping operations.
• Ensure workloads are distributed correctly through effective wave planning and labor coordination.
• Monitor employee performance, ensure adherence to safety and quality standards, and address performance or attendance concerns as needed.
• Communicate directly with carriers, brokers, and transportation partners to coordinate pickups, deliveries, and problem resolution.
• Serve as a shipping point of contact for internal departments and external customers regarding order status and shipment issues.
• Manage and execute site expedited orders to meet urgent customer needs.

Inventory & Materials Management

• Manage inventory levels of shipping-related materials, including pallets, containers, racks, protective wrap, dunnage, and other supplies.
• Ensure shipping materials are available, properly stored, and accurately tracked within the system.

Systems & Documentation

• Complete system transactions related to shipping activities, including material movements, goods issues, and shipping documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of completed orders and shipping transactions.

Organization & Storage

• Maintain organization of completed orders and shipping staging areas to ensure efficient flow and safe operations.
• Organize and maintain long-term finished goods storage racks to ensure inventory accuracy and accessibility.
• Continually identify opportunities for improvement and implement changes to enhance shipping efficiency, accuracy, safety, and cost control.
• Support process improvements related to wave planning, labor utilization, shipment consolidation, and material handling.

Qualifications

• Bachler's from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with 5 years of experience in supervising warehouse/shipping.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) is preferred.
• Experience in distribution center or warehouse shipping operations
• Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Experience with WMS/ERP and Oracle systems
• Ability to prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $68900-98200 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

• More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com.
• Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it's not just about a job - it's about the impact you make. When our people come together, we're Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you're ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it's freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We're lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We're building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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