Shipping Supervisor

About the role

The Hershey Company seeks a Shipping Supervisor to lead and manage hourly production employees in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with food safety, product quality, and employee safety standards, coordinate daily activities across departments, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage hourly production employees to safely and effectively meet operational goals
• Ensure compliance with food safety, product quality, and employee safety standards
• Cook
• Coordinate daily activities across departments and shifts to support plant operations
• Analyze performance results, identify gaps, and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Investigate safety, quality, and productivity issues and develop action plans
• Manage daily staffing, timekeeping, and attendance tracking
• Utilize SAP for documentation, reporting, and maintenance coordination (SAP PM)
• Review QA documentation and production data to identify trends and drive improvements
• Resolve routine manufacturing, shipping, and maintenance issues through escalation processes
• Communicate effectively with team members and peers through huddles, meetings, and one-on-one interactions
• Champion Hershey Lean initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or a high-speed, complex environment required
• Previous supervisory experience preferred, ideally in logistics or shipping operations
• Food manufacturing experience preferred
• SAP experience preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required
• Knowledge of shipping industry standards and regulatory requirements preferred

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed

Skills

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions
• Experience with SAP and Microsoft Office Suite
• Understanding of shipping industry standards and regulations

Benefits

The Hershey Company offers competitive pay and a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your wellbeing, financial security, and life outside of work. This includes:

• Health & Wellbeing: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus wellness programs that support your physical and mental health
• Financial Security: Competitive pay, annual incentive opportunities, and a 401(k) with company match
• Time Off & Flexibility: Paid time off, company holidays, and flexible ways of working where applicable
• Growth & Development: Career development programs, learning opportunities, and internal mobility

Pay

Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Variable schedule to accommodate plant operations.

Contact Information

To request an accommodation, please call +1 877-804-1794 or email ApplicationHelp@hersheys.com. Please include “Accommodation Needed” in the subject line.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Nearest Major Market

Charlottesville

Nearest Secondary Market

Virginia