Shipping and Receiving Supervisor supervises workers who confirm and record the receipt of shipments, prepare items for shipping, and load and unload trucks. Also responsible for managing the inter-departmental transport of materials. Shipping and Receiving Supervisor, a level I supervisor is considered a working supervisor with little authority for personnel actions. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Additionally, Shipping and Receiving Supervisor typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Working team member that may validate or coordinate the work of others on a support team. Suggests improvements to process, is a knowledge resource for other team members. Has no authority for staff actions. Thorough knowledge of the team processes. Generally has a minimum of 2 years experience as an individual contributor. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Job Summary
The Shipping and Receiving coordinates the incoming and outgoing shipment of material. Prepares paperwork and material for shipment and reviews paperwork of incoming material.
Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinates and schedules all outbound loads and coordinates with sales and production
Determines proper loading order and placement of product
Verifies shipping documents and records any discrepancies
Set up all loads to be shipped by common carrier with outside freight companies
Coordinates routing of orders and dispatches carrier with orders and appropriate delivery instructions consistent with the customer receiving times
Ensures all internal / external paperwork meets all Universal as well as DOT regulations and procedures
Documents any shortage on orders, investigate reasons for occurrence and informs sales and admin of the shortage
Takes and acts upon all calls for tracing and / or expediting orders
Maintains proper documentation and records of incoming and outgoing shipments
May assist in loading and unloading material from trucks or carts
Prepares various reports and correspondence as required
Performs other duties as required
Qualifications
Minimum high school diploma / GED
Minimum 6 months of experience in shipping and receiving or related areas
Working knowledge of proper loading techniques, weight limitations, and company procedures
Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook
Basic knowledge of lumber math, lumber grades, and species
Successful completion of forklift driver licensing process
Preferred understanding of company policies, practices, and procedures
Must be at least 18 years of age
Last updated : 2024-03-03
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