Logistics Manager- Shipping​/Receiving Operations

Logistics Manager
- Shipping/Receiving Operations

Job Title: Logistics Manager - Shipping/Receiving Operations

Location: McPherson, KS

Department: Shipping and Receiving

Reports To: President

FLSA Status: Exempt

Effective Date: July 10, 2025

The Logistics Manager – Shipping/Receiving Operations at Central Plastics Inc. (CPI) is responsible for leading all outbound logistics activities to support our plastic extrusion manufacturing processes. This role oversees daily order fulfillment, staging, packing, documentation, freight coordination, and the timely and accurate loading of finished goods onto outbound trucks.

This role further coordinates freight, ensures carrier performance, manages 3PL relationships (if used), and works cross-functionally with materials, production, and customer service to meet internal and customer delivery expectations.

The Logistics Manager plays a key role in maintaining CPI’s high customer service standards, ensuring complete and accurate shipments, enforcing safety protocols, and directing a team of logistics technicians across various shifts. The position supports CPI’s mission to deliver quality extrusion products efficiently, securely, and on schedule.

• Hires and supervises personnel responsible for all Shipping and Receiving functions.
• Oversees the day‑to‑day workflow of the Shipping and Receiving Department.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.

• Coordinate and supervise all outbound staging, order pulling, pallet wrapping, banding, and loading of finished extrusion products.
• Review daily shipment schedules and coordinate labor accordingly to meet delivery deadlines.
• Ensure all shipments include accurate documentation, such as BOLs, packing slips, photos, and labeling per customer or internal standards.
• Monitor truck arrivals / departures; confirm proper trailer loading, weight distribution, and securement of freight.
• Develop and manage an inventory strategy for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Lead material planning and inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Own cycle count program and root‑cause investigations on inventory variances.
• Partner with purchasing and production to adjust forecasts and material requirements.
• Ensure warehouse layout and inventory storage aligns with FIFO and 5S practices.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Oversee the accuracy of pick tickets and fulfillment processes for all outbound orders.
• Collaborate with Production and QC to ensure only released, approved material is loaded for shipment.
• Track discrepancies, damages, or delays, and elevate issues promptly to management or customer service.
• Conduct monthly inventory reconciliation and oversee cycle counts.

• Lead, schedule, and coach the shipping/Receiving team across all shifts and departments.
• Train employees on safe and efficient loading practices, use of MHE, and proper packaging procedures.
• Cross‑train team members on all outbound tasks to ensure coverage and flexibility.
• Develop performance dashboards and ensure continuous improvement initiatives are implemented.
• Identify and train individuals that show potential and leadership qualities.

• Enforce all safety practices, including use of PPE and adherence to forklift safety protocols.
• Oversee maintenance and charging schedules for forklifts, pallet jacks, and other MHE used in shipping.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard‑free shipping dock and warehouse environment.

• Coordinate with freight carriers and third‑party logistics providers to confirm pickups, schedule appointments, and resolve load issues.
• Maintain ongoing communication with Customer Service and Sales regarding special shipping instructions or rush orders.
• Implement and maintain transportation management system (TMS) functions.
• Ensure DOT and international trade compliance (ITAR, CTPAT, etc.).

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