Shipping Supervisor

Job DetailsLevel: ManagementJob Location: Houston, TX 77051Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: DayShipping Supervisor  Reports to: Warehouse Manager      Position 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    Qualifications