Shipping & Receiving Supervisor

Pay: Up to $27.00 per hour
Shift: M-F, 6am-3pm

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Shipping & Receiving Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations and lead a team of approximately 10–12 employees, including forklift operators and general laborers.

The ideal candidate will have previous leadership experience in a shipping and receiving or warehouse environment, with strong attention to detail and a solid understanding of shipping documentation, Bills of Lading (BOLs), and trailer tracking.

This individual will be responsible for ensuring shipments are accurately documented, trailers are properly tracked, materials are handled efficiently, and employees are following established procedures. The successful candidate must be an organized, hands-on leader who can communicate effectively, hold employees accountable, and keep daily operations running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily shipping and receiving operations.
• Lead, direct, and support a team of 10–12 forklift operators and general labor employees.
• Complete, review, and verify Bills of Lading (BOLs) for accuracy.
• Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Track trailers and ensure all trailers are properly identified, documented, and accounted for.
• Coordinate trailer movements, loading schedules, and shipping priorities.
• Ensure shipments are loaded accurately and leave the facility with the correct documentation.
• Monitor inventory movement and ensure materials are properly received, stored, and shipped.
• Communicate with transportation providers, drivers, and internal departments to resolve shipping or receiving issues.
• Enforce workplace safety procedures and proper forklift operation.
• Monitor employee productivity, attendance, and performance.
• Train employees on shipping procedures, documentation, and daily operational expectations.
• Address operational issues and take initiative to resolve problems before they impact production or customer shipments.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience in a warehouse, shipping and receiving, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of shipping and receiving procedures.
• Hands-on experience completing and verifying Bills of Lading (BOLs).
• Experience tracking trailers, coordinating shipments, and maintaining accurate shipping records.
• Ability to lead a team, delegate responsibilities, and hold employees accountable.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Forklift experience is preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is someone who takes ownership of their department, understands the importance of accurate shipping paperwork, and can effectively manage a team. They should be proactive,

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