Shipping Supervisor

About the role

GAF is constructing its newest shingle manufacturing facility in Newton, KS. The company is hiring for a Shipping Supervisor position to lead the shipping/warehouse operation, supervise personnel, and manage safety, daily operations, equipment maintenance, scheduling, inventory, and miscellaneous supply items.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct daily and weekly activities of the shipping/warehouse function to meet or exceed safety goals, service metrics, shipping/warehouse and receiving department budget compliance, transportation lane compliance and service reliability targets.
• Oversee inbound and outbound shipping activities; monitor performance of operators against standard operating procedures, identify areas for improvement and implement resolution.
• Oversee the daily operation of FDL location(s) including incoming and outgoing shipments, order processing, physical inventory and invoice processing.
• Manage all aspects of rail shipping, including coordinating the partner activity with third party trans loaders and related carriers.
• Handle all customer service compliance in regard to shipment, damage, and error.
• Manage labor; schedule shipping and receiving personnel work hours to minimize operating costs while meeting the needs of the customers and carriers.
• Make labor assignments fairly and without prejudice to effectively handle volumes and meet the handling metrics within the rules of the collective bargaining agreement.
• Ensure accurate usage of the WMS system in shipping, receiving, and all product movement.
• Evaluate and resolve root causes for inventory discrepancies.
• Provide proper training to shipping employees in the area of safety, standards operating procedures, and quality standards.
• Create a safe work environment by developing safe work practices and enforcing compliance with company/site safety policies, OSHA or other regulatory agencies.
• Ensure good housekeeping and provides excellent leadership in the safety area.
• Generate reports or other written correspondence needed to insure proper administration of the department.
• Ensure that the following records are properly maintained, accurately summarized, and forwarded to the appropriate parties in a timely manner.
• Maintain and conduct regular forklift usage inspections and identify and schedule equipment maintenance needs when required.
• Monitor forklift usage and recommend adjustments to maximize utilization.
• Investigate unreported damage.

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) is preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in high volume distribution environment is required.
• APCIS-Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) APICS certification is preferred OR Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) is preferred OR Certified in Logistics, Transportation, and Distribution (CLTD)-APICS is preferred.

Qualifications

• Advanced planning and organizational skills including ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Efficient time management skills.
• Skilled in problem identification/resolution.
• Union free work experience, if applicable.
• Advanced communications skills: written, verbal and listening.
• Proven leadership abilities and direct the work of others.
• Coaching skills to include: demonstrating procedures, leading by examples and persuading others.
• Technical knowledge, skills and abilities: Familiar with standard Manufacturing concepts, practices & procedures; Computer skills must exceed basic knowledge to include Microsoft Office and Inventory software; Experience with truck and rail carriers — systems, costs, infrastructure.

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position - Frequently
• Movement/Traverse - Frequently
• Seated - Frequently
• Transport/Lifting - Constantly
• Transport/Carrying - Exerting Force/Pushing - Exerting Force/Pulling - Ascend/Descend - Occasionally
• Balancing - Occasionally
• Position Self/Stooping - Occasionally
• Position Self/Kneeling - Occasionally
• Position Self/Crouching - Occasionally
• Position Self/Crawling - Occasionally
• Reaching - Handling - Grasping - Feeling - Communicate/Talking - Occasionally
• Communicate/Hearing - Occasionally
• Repetitive Motions - Coordination - Occasionally
• Dimensions: Number of Direct Reports: 10-25
• Travel Requirements: Limited

Benefits

• Health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
• Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
• A robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
• Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
• Many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.
• Competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions.
• We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
• We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate's qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.