Shipping and Receiving Lead
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Type: Contract to Hire
Location: Fraser, MI
Description
Now hiring a hardworking Shipping and Receiving Lead for contingent light industrial roles through Synergy Solutions. Join fast-moving teams where reliability, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic are rewarded on every shift.
Position Overview
We are seeking a dependable and experienced Shipping and Receiving Lead to oversee daily warehouse operations within our manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for coordinating inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring inventory accuracy, supervising warehouse personnel, and maintaining compliance with all safety and quality procedures.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Lead and coordinate all shipping and receiving activities to ensure accurate and timely delivery and receipt of goods.
• Verify incoming shipments for accuracy, inspect for damage, and reconcile packing slips with purchase orders.
• Organize and prepare outbound shipments including labeling, packing, and creating shipping documentation (BOLs, manifests, etc.).
• Maintain real-time records of inventory transactions in ERP or warehouse management systems.
• Supervise, train, and support warehouse personnel to meet production and shipping schedules.
• Collaborate with carriers and logistics partners to schedule pickups, track shipments, and resolve delivery issues.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, customer requirements, and regulatory standards (e.g., OSHA, ISO).
• Conduct cycle counts and inventory audits to support inventory control and accuracy.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment.
• Report any nonconformities or safety issues to management and recommend improvements.
Qualifications/Desired Skills
• High school diploma or GED required; additional coursework or certifications in logistics, supply chain, or warehousing preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in shipping/receiving within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a warehouse setting.
• Proficient with inventory software, shipping platforms (UPS, FedEx, LTL), and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, etc.).
• Forklift certification and safe equipment handling experience required.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 15 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods.
EEOC
Synergy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. In keeping with the values of Synergy, we make all employment decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical handicap, mental disability, medical condition, disability, gender or identity or expression, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, marital status, height and/or weight. The list of duties and responsibilities outlined above is representative and may not be a complete and detailed list of tasks. Employees must perform any and all other duties assigned by his or her supervisor. Additionally, this job description does not constitute a contract of employment.