11/29/2021
This position is accountable for managing all Shipping, Receiving and Inventory functions at the Animal Comfort facility in Pocomoke, MD. Proper loading of customer orders, unloading of material deliveries, and proper ownership of finished goods inventory when released from production are key areas of focus. In addition, proper management of team to prevent any safety incidents, equipment or inventory damages, and a focus on cleanliness and fire prevention are required.
Responsibilities:
· Coordinate all customer orders from Sales, scheduled & unscheduled deliveries for Shipping as well as facilitate dock traffic with scale house and drivers for effective processing of outbound freight
· Provide proper paperwork to drivers as well as internal administration for shipments verifying that shipping documents are all accurate and match to the truck being loaded
· Lead team of truck loaders to ensure all proper safety protocols are followed (i.e. forklift inspections daily, chocks on trailers before entering, seat belts are worn while operating equipment, PPE, etc.) and equipment is properly maintained
· Manage shipping/loading to ensure inventory levels match customer requirements and finished goods are properly staged and loaded on customer trucks
· Ensure all inventory is staged and is in ‘sellable’ condition once released from production. If inventory is damaged, ensure product is appropriately reworked and returned to inventory
· Manage inventory counts as required
· Ensure dock areas are maintained and materials are organized daily for a clean, safe work environment
· Work with Plant Management to plan for inventory movement as needed to support customer demand
· Work with production to determine product type produced and near-term production projections based on current inventory levels and customer sales projections
· Unload incoming materials upon arrival, verify quantity on packing slip matches actual material received. Maintain materials in an organized way as determined by management and as appropriate for the material arriving
· Maintain propane tank inventory in a safe manner and ensure tanks remain full for forklift driver use in a 24/7 operation
· Track employee sick, vacation & leave time, and report attendance incentives
· Ensure compliance with all Federal, State and local regulations as applies to position/team
· Set and track weekly goals
· Perform other functions as deemed necessary by management in relation to logistics and inventory management
Education and Experience:
· High school diploma or equivalent; college degree desired
· 3+ years of shipping and/or inventory management experience
· Strong knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
· Strong knowledge of DOT requirements related to product logistics and loading
· Strong ownership of key areas of responsibility
· Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Key Competencies
· Strong analytical skills
· Verbal and written communication skills
· Organizing and planning skills
· Must be detail oriented
· Professional personal presentation
· Leadership and accountability skills
· Reliability
· Stress tolerance
