Vincennes Shipping Supervisor

LEWIS VINNCENNES INC; Vincennes (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewis Vincennes Inc in Vincennes, IN is seeking a Shipping Supervisor to oversee daily shipping activities, coordinate unloading and loading, ensure accurate, high‑quality outbound shipments, and maintain orderly, secure operations.

The role requires 3+ years supervisory or warehouse experience (or a bachelor’s degree), HS Diploma or Associate Degree, forklift certification, and experience with electronic shipping/inventory systems. Occasional travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• 3+ years supervisory or warehouse experience; or bachelor’s degree
• Experience with electronic shipping/inventory systems
• Maintain forklift certification
• HS Diploma, Associates Degree Preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the daily activities of the Shipping employees by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing programs, standards, and procedures.
• Coordinate unloading/loading of product, orderly stacking, and picking and staging of outbound shipments with quality control.
• Safeguard shipping operations and contents by establishing and monitoring security procedures.
• Control inventory levels by conducting physical counts and reconciling with data storage system.
• Maintain shipping staff performance through coaching, counseling, and performance appraisals.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and undamaged; communicate across shifts.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area while following security policies.
• Ensure safety policies and food safety practices are followed; conduct shift meetings as needed.
• Plan work schedules and assign duties to maintain adequate staff for workload fluctuations.
• Prepare, approve, and maintain records and reports such as time, wages, and inventory.
• Collaborate with workers and managers to resolve work-related problems.
• Identify training needs and arrange appropriate instruction.

Education

HS Diploma

Associates Degree Preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic Shipping/Inventory Systems

Forklift Certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Lewis Vincennes Inc - Vincennes, IN 47591

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 2 Year Degree

Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $78,000.00 Salary/year

Travel Percentage: Up to 10%

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Distribution - Shipping

Shipping Supervisor Job Duties:

• Supervise and direct the daily activities of the Shipping employees by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing programs, operational standards, and personnel policies and procedures.
• Coordinate the most efficient unloading & loading of product, orderly stacking of product, and the picking and staging of outbound shipments in accordance with the highest possible levels of quality
• Safeguards shipping operations and contents by establishing and monitoring security procedures and protocols.
• Controls inventory levels by conducting physical counts; reconciling with data storage system.
• Maintains shipping staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage
• Responsible for communication between shifts and departments to ensure accurate inventory
• Maintain a clean; neat, and orderly work area; ensure all security policies and procedures are followed
• Ensure Associates follow all safety policies and procedures including food safety practices
• Conduct shift meetings as needed to communicate expectations and opportunities of improvement
• Plan work schedules and assign duties to maintain adequate staff for effective performance of activities and response to fluctuating workloads
• Prepare, approve and maintain work records and reports of information such as employee time and wages, production reports, inventory reports
• Collaborate with workers and managers to solve work-related problems
• Assess training needs of staff and arrange for or provide appropriate instruction
• Resolve personnel problems, complaints, or formal grievances when possible, or refer them to higher-level managers for resolution
• Other duties as requested. Will help support Production.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma, Associates Degree Preferred
• 3+ years supervisory or warehouse experience; or bachelor’s degree
• Experience with electronic shipping/inventory systems
• Maintain forklift certification

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to perform the same work duties as those supervised or performs more difficult or skilled tasks or assist in their performance
• Ability to supervise employees
• Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment with close detail
• Ability to communicate effectively with variety of individuals
• Must be able to relate to others beyond giving and receiving instructions: they must get along with co-workers without exhibiting behavioral extremes; perform work activities requiring reasoning, negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others; and respond appropriately to criticism from a manager
• Receptive to management development suggestions and willing to seek additional knowledge to facilitate job growth
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proven ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Experience working in a union environment a plus
• Tools and Technology Required: Microsoft Office Suite, Calculators, Desktop computers and Photocopiers

Physical Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions for this position and meet the physical requirements needed to perform them. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

• Requires the ability to stand/walk and sit for long periods of time, with frequent interruptions
• Requires manual dexterity with normal hand and finger movements for typical office work
• Talking, hearing, and seeing are important elements of completing assigned tasks
• Occasionally lifts, carries, positions, or moves objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Stack items overhead repetitively if needed
• May works overtime, evenings, or weekends in order to complete work or to attend meetings
• Travel may be required

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