Shipper/Receiver/Forklift Operator

SHIPPER / RECEIVER – WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR

Position: Shipper / Receiver – Warehouse Supervisor
Department: Warehouse / Shipping & Receiving
Industry: Store Fixture Manufacturing
Reports To: Management
Employment Type: Full-Time

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced and reliable Shipper/Receiver – Warehouse Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of our warehouse, shipping, and receiving department within a store fixture manufacturing facility.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of relevant shipping, receiving, and warehouse experience, strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to supervise a team of 6 or more employees.

The candidate must be comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and be willing to work overtime when required to meet production and customer deadlines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Shipping & Receiving:

• Coordinate and supervise all daily shipping and receiving activities.
• Ensure finished store fixtures, components, materials, and supplies are properly received, inspected, organized, and shipped.
• Verify quantities, part numbers, customer orders, packing slips, and shipping documentation.
• Coordinate loading and unloading of trucks safely and efficiently.
• Ensure products are properly packaged, protected, labelled, and prepared for shipment.
• Coordinate shipping schedules and ensure customer deadlines are met.
• Communicate with production and management regarding shipping priorities and requirements.

Warehouse Supervision

• Manage and supervise a team of 6 or more warehouse employees.
• Assign daily duties and monitor employee performance and productivity.
• Ensure employees follow company policies, safety procedures, and warehouse practices.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient warehouse.
• Monitor inventory and ensure materials are stored correctly.
• Coordinate the movement of materials between production and the warehouse.
• Train and support warehouse employees as required.

Forklift Operation

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently for loading, unloading, and material movement.
• Ensure forklift operators follow proper safety procedures.
• Conduct or ensure completion of required forklift inspections.
• Maintain safe traffic and material-handling practices within the warehouse.

Computer & Record Keeping

• Use Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel for reports, records, inventory tracking, schedules, and documentation.
• Maintain accurate shipping and receiving records.
• Maintain proper inventory records and documentation.
• Prepare shipping documents, receiving reports, material records, and other warehouse paperwork.
• Ensure all records are accurate, complete, and properly maintained.
• Enter and update information in company computer systems as required.

Quality Control

• Perform and oversee quality checks on incoming and outgoing products.
• Ensure finished store fixtures meet company and customer quality requirements before shipment.
• Identify damaged, defective, or incorrect materials and products.
• Report quality issues to management and production personnel.
• Maintain records of quality issues and corrective actions.
• Work closely with Production and Quality Control to resolve problems and prevent repeat issues.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all warehouse activities are performed in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements.
• Promote safe work practices among warehouse employees.
• Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report workplace hazards, incidents, damaged products, and equipment issues to management.
• Maintain a safe and organized warehouse environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

The successful candidate must have:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse, or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience supervising or leading a team of 6 or more employees.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably store fixtures, millwork, metal fabrication, or a related industry.
• Valid forklift operating experience.
• Strong knowledge of shipping and receiving procedures.
• Experience with quality control and product inspections.
• Strong computer skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to read and understand shipping documents, purchase orders, packing slips, and production documentation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and make appropriate decisions.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work overtime when required.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

The ideal candidate will be:

• Reliable and dependable.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• A strong team leader.
• Safety-conscious.
• Quality-focused.
• Professional and respectful.
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive in identifying and resolving warehouse and shipping issues.
• Committed to maintaining accurate records and meeting customer deadlines.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Fast-paced store fixture manufacturing and warehouse environment.
• Frequent movement of materials and finished products.
• Regular forklift and material-handling activities.
• Must be able to work overtime when required to meet production and shipping deadlines.
• Must be willing to work cooperatively with Production, Shipping, Receiving, Quality Control, and Management.

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified candidates should submit their resume outlining their shipping, receiving, warehouse supervision, forklift, computer, and quality-control experience.

Position: Full-Time Shipper / Receiver – Warehouse Supervisor
Experience Required: Minimum 5 Years
Team Supervised: 6+ Employees

Pay: From $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 44.0 – 60.0 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Work Location: In person