Lead Shipping Associate Wheat Ridge

Lead Shipping Associate
MVA Industrial Supply | Warehouse Operations
Full-Time | Hourly | On-site

Schedule:

Monday-Friday – 8:00am to 5:00pm
11925 West I-70 Frontage Road North, Suite 500, Wheat Ridge, CO

MVA Industrial Supply is seeking a dependable and experienced Lead Shipping Associate to support and coordinate daily shipping and receiving operations at our Wheat Ridge facility. This hands-on leadership role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced warehouse environment, enjoys solving problems, and takes pride in ensuring shipments are accurate, efficient, and delivered on time.

The Lead Shipping Associate will serve as a key resource within the warehouse, supporting team members, coordinating shipping activities, maintaining carrier relationships, and helping drive operational excellence. This position offers an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization where your contributions directly impact customer satisfaction and business success.

• Coordinate and support daily shipping and receiving operations to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment
• Utilize shipping software including Quick Ship and UPS Ship Manager to process shipments, generate labels, and track deliveries
• Verify outbound shipments against packing lists, purchase orders, and shipping documentation to ensure accuracy
• Receive inbound shipments, inspect materials for damage or discrepancies, and update inventory records accordingly
• Serve as a point of contact for shipping-related inquiries involving carriers, vendors, and internal departments
• Communicate shipment status updates, delays, and special handling requirements as needed
• Support, train, and mentor warehouse associates on shipping procedures, systems, and best practices
• Monitor shipping supply inventory and coordinate replenishment as necessary
• Research and resolve shipping errors, discrepancies, and transportation issues
• Generate shipping and operational reports for management review
• Support process improvement initiatives to increase shipping accuracy, efficiency, and customer satisfaction
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment
• Assist with additional warehouse and logistics duties as assigned

• Strong work ethic and commitment to operational excellence
• Proven reliability and consistent attendance
• Leadership qualities with the ability to support and guide team members
• Ability to work independently while balancing multiple priorities
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset

• Proficiency with Quick Ship and UPS Ship Manager
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and general business software
• Experience processing, tracking, and verifying shipments
• Understanding of warehouse operations and shipping best practices
• Knowledge of freight requirements and carrier procedures
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to train and support warehouse team members
• Basic computer skills including data entry and reporting
• Forklift and pallet jack experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 2-5 years of shipping and receiving experience within a warehouse environment required
• Experience using Quick Ship, UPS Ship Manager, or similar shipping software required
• Experience coordinating with carriers, vendors, and internal departments required
• Experience verifying shipments against packing lists and purchase orders required
• Experience maintaining shipping documentation and operational records required
• Prior lead or supervisory experience within a warehouse or shipping environment preferred
• Experience training or mentoring warehouse associates preferred
• Experience working within a fast-paced, high-volume warehouse environment preferred

The recruiting base salary range for this full-time position is $22.00-$25.00 per hour
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