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Shipping Supervisor
•30 days ago
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
|---|---|
| Location | Moreno Valley, CA 92553 Moreno Valley, California |
About this job
Reports to: Operations Manager
GENERAL PURPOSE:
Responsible for the implementation of manufacturing and delivery schedules ensuring timely and efficient delivery of high quality bedding products at the best cost, and for the preservation of Company assets. Supervises and utilizes available resources (manpower and equipment) to move freight in the safest and most cost effective manner to meet/exceed customer expectations and to achieve service center and Company goals. Ensures compliance with DOT regulations. Prepares daily and weekly reports and maintains related delivery documentation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plans, organizes and supervises the delivery function of the department ensuring timely and efficient delivery of high quality products
Coordinates with the Plant Manager, Plant Supervisors, Production Scheduler and other Plant personnel in order to attain delivery, cost and quality of service objectives
Works effectively with dealers/customers to schedule deliveries and the pick-up of returned merchandise
Ensures the cost effectiveness of the delivery function, including the control of labor utilization - preventing excess hours, downtime and overtime, and efficient usage of transportation related equipment
Tracks and analyzes functional metrics; calculates estimated costs associated with the shipping/delivery function and recommends appropriate alternatives
Supervises and directs all job related activities of Dock workers and other support staff engaged in the loading and unloading of freight while working with other Plant supervisors and/or office staff to ensure product, equipment and paperwork availability
Ensures products are loaded in adherence to approved loading patterns in order to prevent freight damage during transit and safe truck operations
Prepares and plans daily utilization of resources to ensure a consistent and efficient operation while adhering to scheduled transit times and reduction of short ships
Ensures compliance with DOT regulations including the review of daily driver's log sheets, accident reporting and investigation, drug testing requirements, and transportation equipment maintenance
Determines delivery routes and dispatches drivers accordingly optimizing efficiencies in time and cost
Tracks delivery routes utilizing a GPS tracking system
Monitors and analyzes dispatch activities and scheduling metrics to ensure maximum effectiveness
Solicits bids, analyzes quotes, negotiates terms and selects contract carriers who can provide the best services for the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, specifications and other factors on an as needed basis
Communicates regularly with carriers to provide status updates and to ensure proactive problem resolutions
Enters contract carrier authorizations into the database system
Sources viable external backhaul opportunities to maximize fuel costs and driver times. Ensures proper credit reporting
Reviews activities and recommends backhaul management solutions
Completes necessary paperwork, computer entries and prepares, daily management reports, weekly mileage reports for state fuel tax reporting, Load Sheets and Not Made reports
Prepares other standard and ad hoc reports as needed
Maintains various files and records - both computerized and hard copy files
Performs daily file back up of computer systems
Monitors Drivers' mileage and wage system for correct payments
Recruits, interviews and makes selection recommendations of Dock and/or Driver positions
Provides initial and on-going training and evaluation to assigned personnel related to job duties and performance expectations utilizing work method programs to motivate employees in order to improve performance and quality of work
Manages work assignments and provides/facilitates training related to job duties, Company policies and procedures
Raises employee performance levels through consistent feedback and ongoing coaching
Fosters positive working relationships
Responds proactively to performance concerns, discipline, employee complaints and other employee relations matters
Ensures safety and health procedures are being followed within the delivery function and in the Plant
Administers and reinforces safety and health programs to ensure a safe work environment in compliance with government regulations
Supports safe handling, loading and storage of materials on the dock and/or in offsite warehouses
Corrects and/or reports unsafe conditions
Coordinates with Plant personnel to report and investigate work related accidents and injuries on a timely basis
Identifies systems and procedures designed to improve operations
Makes recommendations and implements new programs as needed
Assists the Plant Manager with special projects as requested
Maintains knowledge of current trends in the field; and attends appropriate training programs to remain current on delivery, local union, DOT, health/safety and related issues
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum 18 years of age
Basic English reading/writing skills
Two or more years shipping/delivery/routing related experience to include supervisory or significant lead level experience and customer service related experience; or equivalent training and experience in other plant operations
High school graduate or equivalent plus additional college coursework or specialized training. Bachelor Degree preferred
Experience working with routing software
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties or responsibilities associated with the job. Other job-related duties may be assigned.
An Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer * Drug-Free Working Environment