Stratus
Shipping And Receiving Supervisor
There's never been a better time to join Stratus! As the market leader in brand implementation and maintenance, we transform how national brands connect with their customers. From exterior signage & interior branding to site refresh & remodel, from energy & lighting to repair & maintenance solutions, we deliver ideal solutions to meet all our client's branding needs. From our locations across the country, to our corporate headquarters in Mentor, Ohio, every employee is a stakeholder in Stratus' success. This environment offers endless career opportunities for individuals with a commitment to customer service, focus on execution and bias for action. The Shipping and Receiving Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all aspects of both the shipping and receiving departments in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring the accurate and timely dispatch of custom-built signs and receipt of materials. This critical role involves managing a team, coordinating with production, quality control, and inventory management teams, and implementing best practices to optimize efficiency and accuracy in both shipping and receiving operations. The Shipping and Receiving Supervisor plays a key role in the overall success of the operation, ensuring smooth logistics for manufacturing, maintaining high standards of safety and quality, and fostering collaboration across departments. Essential Responsibilities: Supervise and manage the daily operations of the shipping and receiving departments in a manufacturing environment, including scheduling, assigning tasks, and monitoring team performance. Ensure the accurate and timely shipment of custom-built signs and the efficient receipt and inspection of materials, meeting strict production deadlines and customer requirements. Collaborate closely with production, quality control, inventory management, and procurement teams to ensure seamless coordination, communication, and material flow across departments. Implement and enforce shipping and receiving procedures and best practices tailored to a manufacturing environment, continuously seeking ways to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reduce errors. Train, mentor, and develop staff in both shipping and receiving areas, fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement in a hands-on manufacturing setting. Monitor and maintain shipping and receiving equipment, ensuring that all tools and machinery are in good working condition and meet safety standards. Prepare and maintain accurate records of all shipments and receipts, including tracking information, shipping costs, receiving logs, and any issues or discrepancies, particularly related to custom orders. Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to shipping or receiving, working proactively to prevent future occurrences, particularly in the handling of unique or custom-built signs. Manage inventory levels for shipping and receiving supplies, ensuring that all necessary materials are available when needed to meet production and shipping deadlines. Conduct regular performance reviews, providing feedback and setting goals for team members to ensure continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations and company policies, promoting a safe and productive work environment in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. Education, Experience, Certifications: High School Diploma or equivalent; additional training or certification in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field is a plus. 3-5 years of experience in a shipping, receiving, or logistics role in a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years in a supervisory capacity. Strong knowledge of shipping and receiving procedures, freight management, inventory management, and relevant software systems, particularly in environments that handle custom-built or assembled products. Skills and Competencies: Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop staff in a manufacturing setting. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners in a production-oriented environment. Problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently, particularly in custom manufacturing scenarios. Attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of the shipping and receiving process, especially when handling custom or unique products. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move heavy packages and materials as needed in a warehouse and production environment. Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods in a warehouse and manufacturing facility. Why Work With Us: Supportive & Friendly Culture Manage national accounts for Fortune 500 companies Medical, Dental, Vision coverage options Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts Company paid Life Insurance 401k with Employer Contribution Company paid Short/Long Term Disability Generous Paid Time Off program + Holidays Career Growth Opportunities and Career Mapping Additional perks including Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Program, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness Plans, Commuter Benefits and various employee discount offerings from our Vendors eeo/mfdv
There's never been a better time to join Stratus! As the market leader in brand implementation and maintenance, we transform how national brands connect with their customers. From exterior signage & interior branding to site refresh & remodel, from energy & lighting to repair & maintenance solutions, we deliver ideal solutions to meet all our client's branding needs. From our locations across the country, to our corporate headquarters in Mentor, Ohio, every employee is a stakeholder in Stratus' success. This environment offers endless career opportunities for individuals with a commitment to customer service, focus on execution and bias for action. The Shipping and Receiving Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all aspects of both the shipping and receiving departments in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring the accurate and timely dispatch of custom-built signs and receipt of materials. This critical role involves managing a team, coordinating with production, quality control, and inventory management teams, and implementing best practices to optimize efficiency and accuracy in both shipping and receiving operations. The Shipping and Receiving Supervisor plays a key role in the overall success of the operation, ensuring smooth logistics for manufacturing, maintaining high standards of safety and quality, and fostering collaboration across departments. Essential Responsibilities: Supervise and manage the daily operations of the shipping and receiving departments in a manufacturing environment, including scheduling, assigning tasks, and monitoring team performance. Ensure the accurate and timely shipment of custom-built signs and the efficient receipt and inspection of materials, meeting strict production deadlines and customer requirements. Collaborate closely with production, quality control, inventory management, and procurement teams to ensure seamless coordination, communication, and material flow across departments. Implement and enforce shipping and receiving procedures and best practices tailored to a manufacturing environment, continuously seeking ways to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reduce errors. Train, mentor, and develop staff in both shipping and receiving areas, fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement in a hands-on manufacturing setting. Monitor and maintain shipping and receiving equipment, ensuring that all tools and machinery are in good working condition and meet safety standards. Prepare and maintain accurate records of all shipments and receipts, including tracking information, shipping costs, receiving logs, and any issues or discrepancies, particularly related to custom orders. Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to shipping or receiving, working proactively to prevent future occurrences, particularly in the handling of unique or custom-built signs. Manage inventory levels for shipping and receiving supplies, ensuring that all necessary materials are available when needed to meet production and shipping deadlines. Conduct regular performance reviews, providing feedback and setting goals for team members to ensure continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations and company policies, promoting a safe and productive work environment in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. Education, Experience, Certifications: High School Diploma or equivalent; additional training or certification in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field is a plus. 3-5 years of experience in a shipping, receiving, or logistics role in a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years in a supervisory capacity. Strong knowledge of shipping and receiving procedures, freight management, inventory management, and relevant software systems, particularly in environments that handle custom-built or assembled products. Skills and Competencies: Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop staff in a manufacturing setting. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners in a production-oriented environment. Problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently, particularly in custom manufacturing scenarios. Attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of the shipping and receiving process, especially when handling custom or unique products. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move heavy packages and materials as needed in a warehouse and production environment. Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods in a warehouse and manufacturing facility. Why Work With Us: Supportive & Friendly Culture Manage national accounts for Fortune 500 companies Medical, Dental, Vision coverage options Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts Company paid Life Insurance 401k with Employer Contribution Company paid Short/Long Term Disability Generous Paid Time Off program + Holidays Career Growth Opportunities and Career Mapping Additional perks including Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Program, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness Plans, Commuter Benefits and various employee discount offerings from our Vendors eeo/mfdv