Shipping Supervisor
About this role
Job DetailsLevel: ManagementPosition Summary
Leads day-to-day operational activities pertaining to the Shipping Department. Ensures material is picked, packed, shipped on time and in an efficient manner. Effectively delegate’s workload to department leads and personnel. All while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
Essential Responsibilities
In addition to the Responsibilities of “Shipping Supervisor”:
Ensure all department equipment is in proper working condition (forklifts, pickers, crane, hand tools, etc.)
Effectively communicates with department supervisors and upper management. Utilizes email to communicate with Receiving, Front Office, and Sales Departments.
Manages Daily operational reports to identify workload and utilize OT as needed.
Coordinates with Sales on any request, priority levels, and any issues that may arise.
Coordinates with Logistics on outbound shipments (flatbeds, Motor freight, hot shots, etc.).
Coordinates with QC on material discrepancies and non-conforming stock material.
Process and handles picking tickets by effectively communicating with Sales, Department Supervisors, and QC.
Supports Will-call traffic by efficiently loading orders in a timely manner.
Manages loading dock space daily by communicating with Logistics and Sales.
Effectively trains personnel on company processes and procedures, submits training records, and identifies areas that need additional training.
Attends production meetings to identify departmental issues and discuss ways to correct them.
Identifies areas of improvement while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
Manages shipping personnel on picking, packing, checking, and shipping processes.
Effectively organizes and manages a team of 7 to 10 employees
Duties are not limited to those described above and may be expanded as needed
Information and Activities Critical to Process Quality:
Material Verification and Documentation
Visual Inspection
Heat number(s) of each line item written on the Product Release
Marking on the material matches what is written on the release
Product release is properly filled out
Ensure information on the wrapped pallet is properly written
Ensure the BOL is placed on the correct orders prior to shipment
Coordinates with sales
Quality Changes on Orders
Hot Shipments
Cancelation Requests
Ship via
Material Discrepancy’s
Order Substitutions
Project Orders
Will Calls and Small Parcel Shipments
Ensure vehicles are correctly loaded in a timely manner
Photo verification of each shipment leaving the shipping the docs
Verify all Small Parcel Shipments are packaged correctly, labelled, and sent UPS same day.
Shipping Dock
Ensure dock is organized and clear for forklift traffic
All shipments are placed in the correct lanes for shipment
Daily Checks for missed shipments
Department Responsibilities
Quality Management Systems (QMS)
Train on Department Work Instructions & Job Scope
Train on Quality Policy and Department Processes
Process Flow
Conduct meetings and submit training records
Quarterly competency reviews on personnel
Effectively identify areas that need additional training
Safety
Hold brief daily safety meetings with department personnel
Maintain clear aisle ways and organize racks and dock space
Maintain equipment checklists
Quarterly maintenance on equipment (hand tools, pickers, forklifts, etc.)
Enforces and monitors “Lock-out/Tag-out” protocol
Communicates equipment breakdowns and safety hazards to upper management and HSE
Ongoing responsibility of creating and implementing a safe work environment
Qualifications
Speak and read English. Bilingual Spanish a plus
3+ years PVF industry experience
Ability to read and understand industry specifications, charts, and tables
High school diploma or GED
Basic computer skills. Experience with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred.
Must have average reading, writing, and mathematical skills.
Capable of lifting 50 lbs.
Able to stand and operate a variety of equipment as assigned
Takes initiative and can work independently
Requires a high level of attention to detail
Able to handle multiple tasks and priorities
Company at a glance
Texas Pipe and Supply is a leading distributor of Carbon Pipe, Carbon Fittings and Flanges, Stainless Pipe and Stainless Fittings and Flanges.
Our leading position is a result of maintaining substantial inventories and the highest service level standards in the industry enabling our customers to enjoy the benefits of high productivity and industry leading inventory management.
Headquartered in Houston Texas, Texas Pipe operates ten stocking locations strategically located across the United States.
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