Shipping Lead at Sinomax USA

COMFORT FOR THEWORLDWe believe in good sleep as a necessity. When people sleep well they are healthier smarter stronger. As a leading industry expert the focus of Sinomax is to provide millions of comfort solutions to people around the world.Sinomax carries an unwavering determination to deliver products that dramatically enhance comfort and well-being through the production supply and distribution of our quality sleep and comfort doing so we help to make the world a better place.We are seeking a new team player to fill our SHIPPING LEAD position available at our La Vergne TN manufacturing facility. This is an ON SITE position.Benefit package offered: Employee offered standard company benefit package to include medical dental vision term life insurance accidental death benefits and eligibility to participate in a safe harbor 401(k) plan.Position SummaryThis position assists Shipping Leadership in directing the activities of employees engaged in outbound floor operations. The Shipping Lead is responsible for modeling best practices seeking continuous improvement in assigned areas and advocating for their team members. This role is a liaison between floor team members and leadership. A knowledgeable approachable and a willing advocate for the team to ensure their needs and concerns are heard.Position ResponsibilitiesFocused on On-time and complete deliveryEnsure customers unique logistics requirements are known shared and followed.Ensure carrier drops pickups and swaps are dispatched and executed timely.Familiarity with the customers unique labeling packaging and bill of lading requirements and help ensure the requirements are always met.Ensure sufficient staffing assignments to pick label and QC loads prior to appointment time.Assist with cross-training and cascading job assignments so floor team members remain engaged in priority activities throughout the shift.Requesting shipping supplies and materials as needed.Cross train for absences.Understand and enforce good inventory stewardship (correct moves recorded timely).Ensures full compliance with all quality assurance standards especially good housekeeping and overall cleanliness of products and work areas.Pick and loading accuracyKnowledge and enforcement of safety policies and procedures.Other duties as assignedEnsuring all loading procedures are followed including trailer inspection verification of staged load prior to loading optimization of trailer loading and securing load for transport.Reporting trouble tickets as related to transportation (carrier no-show overflow etc.) to office for customer follow up.Assist with load verification ensuring all staged goods are correctly positioned and each load is complete per load sheets or other load guidance.Assist with driver check in according to company policy.Ensure all rental pallet counts are reported to the office for accurate and timely reporting.Coordinates priority item receipt and unloading to ensure goods are cross-docked when applicable.Ensures timely and safe unloading meeting companies daily goals for movement.Reports receiving or product issues and works for timely resolution.Ensures receiving lane inventory accuracyWorks closely with JPH Shipping team to resolve any discrepancies or questions.Ensures timely and responsible put away and consolidation of goods received.ApprovalThe Executive Team (CEO Controller Chief Marketing and Merchandising Officer VP of Operations Human Resources) will be involved in all hires. Team determines need Human Resources will facilitate the process and select candidates Controller will verify budget for the position. The positions direct manager will also be part of the interviewing and decision-making process as well as a possible peer.Position RequirementsExcellent communication skills both verbal and written bi-lingual preferredUnderstanding of and the ability to abide by applicable OSHA and environmental regulations.Previous experience working in a shipping department in a manufacturing environmentStrong work ethic and attention to detailAbility to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; ability to lead others through change.Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. * Skill in organization and prioritization and attention to detail.Positions LiaisonsInside Customers: Sales Team Operations Team Quality team Shipping ReceivingOutside Customers: Customers vendors suppliersPartners: Sales Team Operations Team Product DevelopmentWork Environment: Will spend significant time on the loading dock with some exposure to noise and climate. Must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.Location: 1714 Heil Quaker Blvd La Vergne TN 37086Position Schedule: As business requiresAll reasonable accommodations will be considered. Background checks and pre-employment drug tests will be conducted.Sinomax USA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employees race color national origin ethnicity ancestry citizenship status sex gender gender identity gender expression religion age marital status personal appearance (including height and weight) sexual orientation family responsibilities physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy status (including childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) education genetic characteristics or information political affiliation military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal state and local laws in the jurisdictions where Sinomax employs addition Sinomax USA. Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation because of an applicants disability or religion to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals application for employment with Sinomax USA Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact Sinomax USAs recruiter at Key Skills Shipping & Receiving,Inventory Control,Data Entry,Forklift,Basic Math,Computer Skills,Math,Warehouse Experience,Warehouse Distribution Experience,Computer Literacy,Warehouse Management System,Heavy Lifting Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1