Shipping/Receiving Production Manager

GENERAL SUMMARY The Shipping and Receiving Manager is responsible for a wide variety of activities in handling inventory. This includes receiving and storing raw material, shipping finished product and tracking the inventory at every stage of the process. The position is also responsible for freight logistics and associated documentation and records. People management includes ensuring safe work practices, assigning daily work, hiring, scheduling, planning and training of 15-20 union and non-union employees. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS) Responsible for the shipping documentation department, and all union employees in the shipping and receiving areas including the stock and shipping desks. Makes decisions to contribute to improving on time delivery. Ensures accuracy in entering the inventory tracking information into the Netsuite system. Maintains the cleanliness and efficiency of inventory storage areas related to shipping, receiving and the depot. Works to continuously improve inbound and outbound freight logistics. Negotiates vendor rates for outbound freight. Ensures all activities are in compliance with current shipping laws and regulations. Is responsible for inventory movements, tracking, cycle counting and layout functions. Ensures all employees and operations are safe and productive. Schedules freight movement, calling trucks, arranging pickups and deliveries of product or material. Responsible for maintaining inventory of and ordering supplies for all areas of responsibility Responsible for arranging and / or coordinating all inbound and outbound freight. Any and all additional duties as assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred 5 Years minimum experience in leading shipping, receiving, and inventory handling operations. Experience in arranging and coordinating all modes of freight movement, truck, parcel, air and rail. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Excellent teamwork, coaching, team building skills and promoting safe behavior Computer literate: Microsoft Excel, Word, Shipping software, etc. Good verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with people at all levels of business including customers, reps, vendors and all departments. Attention to detail with high degree of accuracy Excellent organizational skills Excellent problem solving skills (with minimal supervision) Excellent personal discipline and work ethic with respect to time and attendance Ability to work in and contribute to a team building environment PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical demands are typical of an office position including extended periods of sitting, extensive use of a personal computer and telephone. Position requires movement around the facilities. Occasional handling of material and components WORKING CONDITIONS Normal manufacturing and office environment. When working occasionally in some shop areas, personal protection equipment (PPE) will be recommended and/or required (safety shoes, safety glasses w/side shields, hearing protection, face shield, gloves, apron and boots). Must have the ability to support extended business hours to meet customer business needs. DISCLAIMER The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. QUALITY Quality encompasses all aspects of DeZURIK, Inc.’s business, and every employee shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process and the quality system. All employees have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and, through designated channels, initiate and recommend solutions. SALARY AND BENEFITS DeZURIK offers a competitive base salary in the $98,221 to $122,776 range, based on experience and qualifications, alo…

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