Shipping Supervisor

Supply Chain, Procurement & Transportation

Olympia, Washington

Responsible for supervising processes and procedures in the receiving and shipping department. Ensures that goods are verified against records of shipment, oversees the inspection of goods received, and supervises the maintenance of records of damaged or defective items and discrepancies in quantities and weights. Records time, date, quantity, source, and destination of materials received or shipped.

• Supervises employees engaged in verifying and keeping records on incoming and outgoing shipments and in preparing items for shipment. Oversees incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments. Supervises employees who count, weigh, and identify items in the receiving and shipping department.
• Studies shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other records to determine shipping priorities, work assignments, and shipping methods required to meet shipping and receiving schedules, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.
• Determines space requirements and position of shipment in boxcars and trucks and lays out the position of shipment.
• Determines routing and legal load limits of trucks according to established schedules and weight limits of states.
• Inspects loading operations to ensure compliance with shipping specifications. Seals loaded boxcars and truck doors.
• Inspects material‑handling equipment for defects and notifies maintenance personnel or outside service facilities for repair.
• Directs movement of shipments from shipping and receiving platform to storage and work areas.
• Compiles records of unfilled orders.
• Posts weight and shipping charges. Prepares bills of lading.
• Provides supervision, training, scheduling, and guidance to shipping personnel.

EDUCATION: Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).

EXPERIENCE: Typically requires a minimum of 3 years of DIRECTLY RELATED experience.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off:
  Sick leave, vacation, and company‑observed holidays.
• 401(k) company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Wage Scale: $80,168.40–$85,000.
• Career Development:
  The company is dedicated to supporting professional growth through continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through our Better Futures program.
• Compensation ranges are specific to states and take into account various factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiencies for the role.

Empire is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/VET/DISABILITY.