A global manufacturing company in the plate heat exchanger industry is looking for a Lead Shipping & Receiving Coordinator responsible for the receipt and shipment of incoming materials, supplies, products, and proper warehousing of goods in the factory. The ideal candidate is exceptionally organized and an adept communicator, skilled in handling MRP systems and ERP software, and familiar with logistics procedures and best practices. Working under limited supervision, the new team member will drive business efficiency by optimizing productivity and safety while ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational core values and leadership competencies.
            
Salary + Additional Benefits: 
•    $23-27/hr
•    Medical Insurance
•    Dental Insurance
•    Vision Insurance

Location: Houston, TX 77041
Type of Position: Direct Hire

Responsibilities: 
•    Responsible for leading the team as follows:
o    Work under limited supervision for non-routine situations.
o    Responsible for leading daily operations in the department.
o    Train, delegate, and review the work of lower-level team members.
o    Direct the work of the team members.
o    Provide feedback and instructions to help team members improve.
o    Provide input regarding the team members to the Supply Chain & IC Manager .
o    This position does not provide performance assessments, disciplinary actions, hire/fire, etc. of the team members.
•    Problems are typically difficult and non-routing but not complex.
•    Ensure items are ready for shipment according to specifications and transportation method. 
•    Contact shipping agencies, transport companies, and customers to obtain delivery prices and schedules transportation requirements.
•    Compute duties, tariffs, price conversions, weight, and volume of merchandise exported/imported to/from foreign destinations.
•    Complete shipment of hazardous goods shipments in accordance with local and/or federal requirements and maintain documentation according to company retention periods.
•    Receive goods, verify items against the record of receipt resolves discrepancies.
•    Conduct cycle counts in accordance to ABC counting rules and updates in system as needed.
•    Complete material movements, issue materials, complete scrap transactions.
•    Conduct timely delivery of point of use material replenishment or material kitting for production.
•    Actively participate in physical inventory planning, coordination, and execution.
•    Perform other duties as assigned.
•    Accountabilities
o    Follow HSE (Health, Safety and Environment) policies and work instructions.
o    Lead, train, and direct the work of lower-level team members.
o    Assist, plan, and organize shipping, receiving, and inventory locations.
o    Ensure all products are shipped & received on time, within budget, and to standard.
o    Comply with proper handling, storage, and shipping requirements for Hazardous materials.
o    Ensure material movements are completed accurately and timely.
o    Obtain and maintain Hazardous Shipping Certification and Forklift License.
o    Assist with the lean enterprise system in the shipping, receiving, and inventory processes.

Requirements:
•    Require minimum of high school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree preferred
•    LEAN experience in manufacturing environment 
•    At least 3 years of experience in a shipping/receiving role
•    Effectively communicate, verbal and written, with internal and external business partners, English preferred (bi-lingual a plus) 
•    Maintain compliance with organizational Core Values and Leadership Competencies
•    Comply with all Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory work instructions and procedures and follow all company SOPs
•    Proficient with MRP systems management and other ERP applications
•    Experienced in managing trucking company logistics
•    Must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings
•    Must have working knowledge of computers
•    Experienced with MS Office Suite
•    Must be able to sit/stand/walk for up to 10 hours/day
•    Must be able to operate material handling equipment
•    Must be able to see details at close range
•    Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times

Due to the high volume of applications we typically receive, we regret that we are not able to personally respond to all applications. However, if you are invited to take the next step in the process, you will typically be contacted within one week of submitting your application.