Supervisor, Shipping/Receiving

Forte Opening S; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Forte Opening Solutions in Pennsylvania is seeking a Shipping Manager to organize and supervise an efficient shipping department. You will lead the distribution center operations, plan daily production shipments, and ensure on-time delivery to customers, with roughly 60% office work and 40% on the production floor.

The role requires 3–5 years of transportation management experience and training in logistics.

Qualifications

• Skilled communicator with strong written and verbal abilities.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily truck scheduling and logistics coordination.
• Coordinate with transportation companies to optimize loads.
• Respond to shipping-related customer service requests.
• Inform production of issues affecting packaging and shipping.
• Develop and implement plans to reduce delivery and plant costs.
• Plan and manage workforce, including discipline when required.
• Conduct annual performance evaluations and employee engagement plans.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and safety audits.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Independence

Prioritization

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

At Forte Opening Solutions, we don't just manufacture doors; we create pathways to possibilities. We empower our employees to shape the future of our industry. Join a team where craftsmanship meets cutting-edge technology, and where your ideas can open new doors. Together, we build not just products, but a culture of excellence and collaboration.

GENERAL OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION

Organize and supervise an efficient shipping department. Active supervision of his/her work team. Management of the Distribution Center building. Ensure daily planning of production shipments that optimizes the efficiency of our plant and trucking while meeting the delivery requirements of our customers. The incumbent will see approximately 60% of his/her tasks carried out in the office and 40% on the production floor.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

Ensure the effectiveness of daily truck scheduling.

Oversee coordination with transportation companies to ensure delivery schedules are established to maximize loads in an efficient sequence while meeting customer requirements.

Respond to customer service requests related to shipping

Inform the production team of issues or situations that may affect packaging and shipping performance

Make recommendations to meet the daily shipping schedule in order to meet cost, quality, delivery and service objectives.

Plan and manage workforce including discipline when required

Annual evaluation of his team

Develop and execute the annual plan for employee engagement

Develop SOPs

Conduct health and safety audits and follow-ups and Gemba Walk SQLIP

Propose and follow-up on improvements

Suggest and implement plans to help reduce the company's costs in terms of delivery and plant efficiency.

Review the delivery force to look for areas for improvement.

Implement, maintain and support all company policies and procedures, safety program and good housekeeping.

Produce daily reports on delivery on-time performance and identify ways to improve delivery on-time performance.

Other duties may be assigned by management.

Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Skilled communicator, both written and verbal
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to prioritize well and work under pressure
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Work with integrity and respect while demonstrating tact and diplomacy.

Qualifications

• Training in transportation and logistics
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of related experience in transportation management