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Shipping Manager

ClarkDietrich
Riverside, USA
Full-time
Mid · 5+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 1 weeks ago
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  • Champion a safety-first culture with zero tolerance for unsafe behaviors.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, DOT, and all internal safety policies.
  • Develop, implement, and enforce shipping/warehouse safety procedures.
  • Conduct routine safety inspections, audits, and job-safety analyses.
  • Investigate incidents and near-misses, drive corrective actions, and verify follow-through.
  • Ensure all employees receive the required training, certifications, and PPE. Maintain accurate documentation for safety compliance and training.
  • Lead all daily shipping activities, including staging, loading, documentation, and freight optimization.
  • Plan and prioritize shipments to meet customer dates and production schedules.
  • Select, manage, and evaluate carriers; negotiate pricing and service levels when appropriate.
  • Control freight costs and monitor carrier performance, reliability, and rates.
  • Review and approve freight bills, resolve discrepancies, and ensure proper cost allocation.
  • Ensure complete and accurate shipping documentation (BOLs, packing lists, delivery records, training forms, etc.).
  • Anticipate and mitigate logistical challenges such as capacity constraints or carrier delays.
  • Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Sales, Production, and Customer Service to align priorities.
  • Maintain disciplined organization, housekeeping, and space utilization across shipping and warehouse areas.
  • Provide direct hands-on support during peak periods or operational disruptions.
  • Track, analyze, and report KPIs, including on time delivery, freight cost, claims, labor productivity, and inventory flow.
  • Identify operational gaps and lead initiatives to drive efficiency, cost reduction, and service improvement.
  • Utilize ERP and other systems to ensure accurate data and informed decision making.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop shipping and warehouse team members with a strong presence on the floor.
  • Hire, train, coach, and discipline employees to meet safety, productivity, and quality expectations.
  • Provide consistent feedback, conduct performance reviews, and drive professional growth.
  • Address performance and attendance issues with fairness, clarity, and urgency.
  • Approve and verify employee timecards for accuracy and policy compliance.
  • Build a culture centered on accountability, clear communication, respect, and continuous improvement.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

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