Shipping Lead

1st shift Monday - Friday 7am- 3pm
Pay $21.00-$25.00/ hr based on experience
Are you an experienced shipping and receiving professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a Shipping Lead to help drive daily shipping operations, support team members, and ensure products are shipped and received accurately, safely, and on time.
In this role, you will serve as a key resource for the Shipping team, coordinating priorities, training employees, overseeing workflow, and acting as the backup to the Shipping Supervisor when needed. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
What You'll Do
Leadership & Team Support

Assist in coordinating daily shipping and receiving activities
Establish shipping priorities and distribute work assignments
Train, coach, and support Shipping Clerks on processes and systems
Help maintain safe work practices and ensure compliance with company procedures
Conduct standard work audits and assist with departmental improvements
Support employee onboarding, training, and performance development
Serve as backup Shipping Supervisor during vacations or absences

Shipping & Receiving Operations

Schedule carrier pickups and coordinate freight movement
Prepare and process shipping documentation
Monitor shipping transactions and invoicing within ERP systems
Support domestic parcel shipments, LTL, and customer pickups
Pick, pack, ship, and receive products as needed
Work cross-functionally with Production, Supply Chain, and Customer Service teams
Handle inventory transactions, data entry, and shipping-related documentation

Material Handling & Safety

Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently
Move raw materials and finished goods throughout the facility
Perform equipment inspections and report maintenance concerns
Maintain accurate inventory and shipping records
Support 6S, Lean, and continuous improvement initiatives

What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED, or equivalent manufacturing/shipping experience
Minimum 1 year of shipping and receiving experience
Minimum 1 year of forklift experience
Strong computer skills and experience with inventory systems, data entry, or ERP software
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
Basic math skills and understanding of units of measure
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards

Preferred Qualifications

Previous team lead or supervisory experience
Experience using ERP systems such as Epicor
Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment

Physical Requirements

Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling
Ability to lift and move materials throughout the workday
Ability to safely operate forklifts and warehouse equipment
Ability to work overtime as needed to meet operational requirements

Work Environment
This position works in a manufacturing environment and may be exposed to:

Noise from production equipment
Temperature variations
Dust and industrial materials
Forklift traffic and moving machinery

Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toe/composite-toe footwear, is required.
Why Join Us?

Stable, growing manufacturing environment
Opportunity to lead and develop others
Hands-on role with advancement potential
Collaborative team culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Ready to lead a high-performing shipping team? Apply today and help keep our operation moving.