Shipping Supervisor
Aerotek - Fenton, MO
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Shipping Supervisor The Shipping Supervisor will lead a small team of 6-8 direct reports during the 2nd shift, from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, in a growing global organization. This role ensures the timely, accurate, and safe movement of materials while maintaining full compliance with customer requirements and company standards. Strong leadership, clear communication, and a commitment to operational excellence are essential for success. Responsibilities Supervise daily operations by coordinating all shipping and receiving activities, including workload planning, staffing, and task assignments. Lead and develop employees by training, mentoring, and supporting team members to build skills, improve performance, and maintain high productivity. Conduct performance evaluations, deliver feedback, complete reviews, and support employee growth. Approve time and attendance to ensure accurate timekeeping and schedule adherence. Coordinate cross-functional communication by working closely with Production, Sales, and Logistics to support on-time shipments and resolve issues quickly. Ensure compliance with customer requirements by verifying that all packing, marking, labeling, and documentation meet specifications. Monitor shipping schedules to identify potential delays and take proactive steps to maintain delivery commitments. Audit shipments to check orders for accuracy, quality, and compliance before release. Maintain inventory accuracy by investigating and correcting discrepancies using company inventory and transfer systems. Use warehouse technology, including computers, scanners, and mobile devices, to pull, track, and process materials. Oversee packaging processes to ensure proper palletizing, shrink wrapping, banding, and labeling of outbound shipments. Operate material-handling equipment and supervise the safe use of forklifts, pallet jacks, and related equipment. Maintain a safe work environment by keeping the shipping and receiving area clean, orderly, and compliant with safety standards. Essential Skills Supervision Shipping and receiving Inventory management International shipping Forklift operation Material handling RF scanner usage Additional Skills & Qualifications Previous experience in shipping & receiving Shipping/Receiving, warehouse, or distribution supervision experience (1+ years) Strong understanding of shipping documentation & freight requirements Delegation skills Leadership skills Experience with international shipping (nice to have, not a requirement) Why Work Here? Join a family-owned but fast-growing global company that offers good benefits, including deductible reimbursements, PTO, and profit-sharing bonuses. Work Environment This role is based in a manufacturing facility, operating during the 2nd shift from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Fenton, MO. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $68000.00 - $79000.00/yr. Comprehensive suite of benefits including, but not limited to, medical insurance with FSA and deductible reimbursement, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance. 401K retirement plans, traditional and ROTH options and Profit Sharing with a 3-year vesting schedule, tuition reimbursement, monthly employment appreciation events and more. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Fenton, MO. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 11, 2026.
Created: 2026-03-04