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SalaryPRIMARY FUNCTION:
Supervises and coordinates the activities of the shipping department to assure customer shipments are correct, timely and cost effective. Instructs and trains shipping department employees. Completes all administrative and organizational paperwork of the department.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Plans, organizes, directs and controls the work of the department in accordance with guidelines and schedules set by the Production Control Manager.
- Reviews and checks shipping orders and pick lists for current day’s operations.
- Consults with production control to determine which products are ready and available for shipment.
- Provides proper training to employees.
- Operates forklifts and cranes to facilitate work of the department as required.
- Negotiates with and chooses shipping carriers to obtain most efficient rates and to ensure timely delivery according to guidelines or customer requirements.
- Ensures timely delivery of incoming goods and materials and oversees proper handling of paperwork associated with received goods and verification of invoices.
- Ensures all paperwork is completed for materials to be shipped from the facility checking for accuracy including bill of lading, pick list, etc.
- Ensures maintenance of records, files and logs regarding materials being shipped.
- Approves all purchase orders for the department according to established company policies and guidelines.
- Oversees training of employees in safety, quality and production processes.
- Provides communication with department through meetings, or in written form as required.
- Procures needed tools and other supplies for the department following established guidelines.
- Provides assistance to subordinates by answering questions, solving problems, training, coaching and reviewing job performance.
- Assists with interviews of prospective employees and participates in hiring for the department.
- Serves disciplinary actions required and participates in termination when necessary following established company policies in conjunction with Human Resources.
- Reviews and approves employees' requests for vacation and personal time.
- Participates in daily production meetings and other plant meetings as required.
- Participates in and ensures compliance of all applicable rules, company policies and procedures.
- Maintains good housekeeping standards in assigned area.
- Performs all duties following established safety procedures and guidelines using assigned safety equipment.
The above statements represent the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the position and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED with 3-5 years experience in manufacturing and supervision would provide skills necessary to perform job successfully. Six to nine months in the job are required to become proficient in most phases of the job.
JOB KNOWLEDGE:
Must be familiar with company products, policies, procedures and terminology. Requires good math skills. Must have computer skills and knowledge of specific systems, codes and software applications. Requires the ability to maintain specified files, records and logs. Good communication skills, both written and verbal, are required. Requires the ability to plan, supervise and coordinate all activities and functions of the assigned department. Requires skill in the use of basic office equipment including computer, fax machine and calculator. Must have management and administrative skills and to be able to interpret data, make good corrective
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Rome, GA 30161: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
