JOB SUMMARY:
The Shipping and Receiving Lead’s responsibility is to support the Logistics Department. To focus on inbound and outbound shipments along with their associated processes. They follow best practice and standard work to ensure we are compliant to: DOT; accounting; and regulated transportation principles and laws.
They are responsible for executing their functions: safely; considering quality and food safety always; and doing so in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
- Identify best shipping method(s) and able to correctly classify products.
- Accurate scheduling, unloading, and inspection/receipt of incoming/outgoing shipment(s).
- General document management – accurately complete shipping documents including, but not limited to, bill of lading, shipper’s letter of instruction, inventory, receipts, and all other pertinent documentation.
- Accurate data entry both clerical and computer based.
- Oversee and help manage Indorama warehouse locations.
- Developing, review, and updating of the logistics standard work.
- Communicating with all levels in a timely manner.
- Safely performing their job duties.
- Being responsible for Quality and Food Safety.
- Good housekeeping (5S).
- Train Logistics New Hires.
- Manage the material handler job duties.
- Manage warehouse space.
- Organize WIP inventory (i.e. 60pts, PO chip, flake).
- Ensure Quality Checks are being met.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by management.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 3+ years of Experience in shipping and receiving in a logistics department.
- 3+ years of forklift experience.
- Excellent verbal, written, and computer skills.
- Able to read, write, and speak English.
- 3+ years of Computer Skills (Microsoft Office).
- Knowledge of Purchase Orders, Sales Orders, etc.
- Must be a good problem solver; good listener; analytical; and hands on.
- Is able to focus on detail and identify opportunity.
- Is able to organize themselves and their work.
- Self-motivated.
- Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including exposure to noise, heat, and machinery.
- May require lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Full-time, with flexibility to address operational needs during non-standards hours.