Shipping Lead

Job Summary

The Shipping and Receiving Lead coordinates the incoming and outgoing shipment of material. Prepares paperwork and material for shipment and reviews paperwork of incoming material. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinates and schedules all outbound loads and coordinates with sales and production

Determines proper loading order and placement of product

Verifies shipping documents and records any discrepancies

Set up all loads to be shipped by common carrier with outside freight companies

Coordinates routing of orders and dispatches carrier with orders and appropriate delivery instructions consistent with the customer receiving times

Ensures all internal/external paperwork meets all UFP as well as DOT regulations and procedures

Documents any shortage on orders, investigates reasons for occurrence, and informs sales and admin of the shortage.

Takes and acts upon all calls for tracing and/or expediting orders

Maintains proper documentation and records of incoming and outgoing shipments

May assist loading and unloading material from trucks or carts

Prepares various reports and correspondence as required

Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

Minimum high school diploma/GED

Minimum 6 months of experience in shipping and receiving or related area

Working knowledge of standard DOT concepts, regulations, practices, and procedures

Working knowledge of proper loading techniques, weight limitations, and company procedures

Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook

Basic knowledge of lumber math, lumber grades, and species

Successful completion of forklift driver licensing process

Preferred understanding of company policies, practices, and procedures

Must be at least 18 years of age

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.