Lead Shipping Coordinator

About the role

Amsted Automotive’s Cold Form & Finishing division is seeking a hands-on Lead Shipping Coordinator to oversee shipping and receiving operations in a fast-paced production environment.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of leadership experience, strong SAP proficiency, sit-down forklift skills, and a proven track record of driving KPIs and departmental goals.

What you will do


* Oversee the daily activities of the shipping department, ensuring efficient and accurate processing of orders.


* Lead, train, and mentor a team of shipping coordinators, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance.


* Coordinate the preparation and dispatch of shipments, including the creation of shipping labels, packing lists, and invoices.


* Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with the production team to ensure adequate stock for shipping.


* Arrange transportation for shipments, negotiate rates with carriers, and track shipments to ensure timely delivery.


* Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly cycle -counts to ensure inventory accuracy is maintained at highest levels.


* Establish good communication with suppliers providing them with daily/weekly schedules as to when parts are required to be completed.


* Work closely with Sales and Materials to understand customer due dates and customer specific requirements.


* Maintain organization and 5S standards throughout shipping areas and inventory stock locations.


* Ensure all shipping activities comply with company policies, safety standards, and legal regulations.


* Address and resolve any shipping -related issues or complaints from customers.


* Maintain accurate records of all reports as needed.


* Identify opportunities to improve shipping processes and implement best practices to enhance efficiency.

What you'll need to succeed


* Knowledgeable in SAP and Microsoft Excel


* Must have at least two years leader or managerial experience


* Must be able to drive a sit-down fork truck


* Must have experience with departmental metrics such as KPI and G & O


* Seeking candidates with a strong track record of leading teams in a manufacturing setting


* Knowledge of IATF16949 quality system, customer specific packaging, shipping and label requirements


* Knowledge of transportation and logistics


* Familiarization of product and good organization skills


* Possess working knowledge of IATF16949, ISO1001, and Q1 compliance criteria


* Must be able to function in a very fast-paced moving environment

What else you'll need to know


* Work may require extended periods of sitting, standing, lifting, bending, stooping and performing repetitive motion tasks


* Excellent manual dexterity, ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds frequently


* Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with continuous exposure to noise


* Must be able to work necessary overtime if required

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