Shipping Manager

Cosmo Cabinets is a growing manufacturer of premium frameless kitchen and bath cabinets with production facilities in Eatonton, Georgia. Due to our continued growth, we are seeking talented individuals to join our team. We are a young, innovative company with unlimited opportunities for skill development and career advancement. Our unique product line and tight-knit team create an excellent work environment where your contributions truly matter. OUR CORE VALUES - C.A.R.E.S. Communicate - We speak clearly and consistentlyAccountable – We are accountable for resultsReliable – We keep it simple and smartExcellence – We achieve excellence together Safety – Safety is our priority Position Summary The Shipping Manager oversees all outbound shipping operations for customers and production cabinet manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for ensuring finished cabinetry, doors, panels, and hardware are staged, packaged, loaded, and delivered accurately, on time, and damage-free. The Shipping Manager leads the shipping team, coordinates with production and sales, manages carriers and delivery routes, and drives continuous improvement in throughput, cost, and quality. Key Responsibilities Operations & Scheduling Plan and manage daily shipping schedules based on production completion dates, customer install dates, and delivery commitmentsCoordinate with production, scheduling, and customer service to confirm order completeness before releaseStage jobs by order, room, and installation sequence so dealers and installers receive complete, organized shipmentsManage will-call pickups, company delivery trucks, LTL/FTL carriers, and third-party freight Packaging & Quality Ensure cabinets are wrapped, corner-protected, palletized, and secured to prevent scratches, chips, and transit damagePerform final inspection and verify piece counts, finishes, and hardware against pick lists and packing slipsTrack and investigate damage claims, shortages, and misships; implement corrective actions Team Leadership Supervise, train, and schedule shipping leads, loaders, forklift operators, and driversSet productivity and accuracy targets; conduct performance reviews and coachingEnforce safety procedures, including forklift certification, lifting practices, and dock safety Logistics & Carrier Management Select and negotiate with freight carriers; audit freight invoices and manage shipping costsOptimize delivery routes and truckloads to reduce cost per shipmentMaintain compliance with DOT regulations for company fleet, including driver logs and vehicle inspections Systems & Reporting Maintain accurate shipping records in the ERP/WMS (e.g., Cabinet Vision, 2020, Microvellum, or company ERP)Report on-time delivery, damage rate, shipping cost, and labor productivity metrics weeklyManage inventory of packaging materials, pallets, and shipping supplies Qualifications Required 3–5 years of shipping, warehouse, or logistics supervision experience in manufacturingExperience shipping large, finished, or fragile goods (cabinetry, furniture, millwork, or similar)Forklift certification or ability to obtain within 30 daysProficiency with ERP/WMS systems and Microsoft ExcelStrong organizational and communication skills; able to manage competing priorities under deadlines Preferred Experience in cabinet, furniture, or wood products manufacturingKnowledge of LTL/FTL freight, DOT compliance, and carrier negotiationLean/5S or continuous improvement experienceValid CDL or experience managing a delivery fleet Physical Requirements & Work Environment Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs with assistanceFrequent standing, walking, bending, and climbing in and out of trailersWork in a manufacturing/warehouse environment with exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperaturesOccasional early mornings, extended hours, or weekends to meet delivery deadlines Powered by JazzHR 5SVe6WhXoH