Shipping Supervisor

Allied Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Group is seeking a Shipping Supervisor to lead the daily shipping operations in a fast-paced setting. You will direct a team of 7–10, ensure timely picking, packing and shipping, and maintain a clean, safe work area.

You will collaborate with Sales, Logistics, and QC to resolve issues, train staff, and optimize workflows while upholding safety standards and departmental goals.

Qualifications

• Speak and read English. Bilingual Spanish preferred.
• 3+ years PVF industry experience.
• Ability to read and understand industry specifications, charts, and tables.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs., with back support.
• Able to stand and operate a variety of equipment as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day shipping department operations and staffing.
• Ensure equipment is in proper working condition and safe.
• Communicate with supervisors and upper management effectively.
• Manage daily operational reports and adjust overtime as needed.
• Coordinate with Sales on requests, priorities, and issues.
• Coordinate with Logistics on outbound shipments (flatbeds, LTL, etc.).
• Process and handle pick tickets with Sales and QC.
• Train personnel on processes; maintain training records.
• Attend production meetings to discuss issues and improvements.

Skills

Shipping supervision

Team leadership

Inventory coordination

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

Leads day-to-day operational activities pertaining to the Shipping Department. Ensure material is picked, packed, shipped on time, and in an efficient manner. Effectively delegates' workload to department leads and personnel. All while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Essential Responsibilities

In addition to the Responsibilities of “Shipping Supervisor”:

• Ensure all department equipment is in proper working condition (forklifts, pickers, crane, hand tools, etc.).
• Effectively communicates with department supervisors and upper management.
• Utilizes the email groups to communicate with Receiving, front office, and sales departments.
• Manages Daily operational reports to identify workload and utilize OT as needed.
• Coordinates with Sales on any requests, priority levels, and any issues that may arise.
• Coordinates with Logistics on outbound shipments (flatbeds, LTL, hot shots, etc.).
• Coordinates with QC on material discrepancies and non-conforming stock material.
• Processes and handles pick tickets by effectively communicating with Sales, department supervisors, and QC.
• Supports Will-call traffic by efficiently loading orders in a timely manner.
• Manages loading dock space daily by communicating with Logistics and Sales.
• Effectively trains personnel on company processes and procedures, submits training records, and identifies areas that need additional training.
• Attends production meetings to identify departmental issues and discuss ways to correct them.
• Identifies areas of improvement while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Manages shipping personnel on picking, packing, checking, and shipping processes.
• Effectively organizes and manages a team of 7 to 10 employees.
• Duties are not limited to those described above, and may be expanded as needed.

Department Responsibilities

• Train on Department Work Instructions & Job Scope
• Train on Quality policy and Department Processes
• Process Flow
• Conduct meetings and submit training records
• Quarterly competency reviews on personnel
• Effectively identify areas that need additional training
• Safety:
  • Hold brief daily safety meetings with department personnel
  • Maintain clear aisle ways and organize racks and dock space
  • Maintain equipment checklists
  • Quarterly maintenance on equipment (hand tools, pickers, forklifts, etc.)
  • Enforces and monitors “Lock-out/Tag-out” protocolo
  • Communicates equipment breakdowns and safety hazards to upper management and HSE
  • Ongoing responsibility of creating and implementing a safe work environment

Qualifications

• Speak and read English. Bilingual Spanish preferred.
• 3+ years PVF industry experience.
• Ability to read and understand industry specifications, charts, and tables.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills. Experience with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred.
• Must have average reading, writing, and mathematical skills.
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs., with back support
• Able to stand and operate a variety of equipment as assigned.
• Takes initiative and able to work independently.
• Requires a high level of attention to detail.
• Able to handle multiple tasks and priorities.

Company Description

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), disability, and paid time off. Allied Group's people deliver expertise born of experience. We understand the needs of our customers because we know what matters to them most. Our capabilities include on-staff metallurgists, several quality-control specialists, and skilled customized finishing professionals. Opportunity for Growth!Must be able to pass physical, background and drug test.

Company Description

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), disability, and paid time off. Allied Group's people deliver expertise born of experience. We understand the needs of our customers because we know what matters to them most. Our capabilities include on-staff metallurgists, several quality-control specialists, and skilled customized finishing professionals. Opportunity for Growth!Must be able to pass physical, background and drug test.