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Shipping & Receiving Lead | Mount Clemens, MI
Salary Range: $48,000 - $70,000 depending on experience
Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in shipping & receiving lead? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in the Mount Clemens area seeking Shipping & Receiving Leads.
We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.
This posting covers Shipping & Receiving Lead opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Mount Clemens in Macomb County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Clinton Township, Chesterfield, Macomb, and Marine City.
The Opportunity
We partner with organizations in the Mount Clemens area that seek Shipping & Receiving Leads. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.
Usual Responsibilities
- Enter receipts, shipments, and inventory adjustments in the warehouse system.
- Resolve shipment errors, carrier delays, and inventory discrepancies with purchasing and production.
- Train new team members on loading, paperwork, and safety procedures.
- Open the shipping area and review the day's outbound orders and inbound deliveries.
- Assign work to shipping and receiving staff and confirm coverage for each shift.
- Check incoming shipments against packing slips and purchase orders and note shortages or damage.
- Prepare outbound shipments with correct labels, paperwork, and loading plans.
- Load and unload trucks and verify counts with drivers before signing off.
Recommended Qualifications
- Prior lead or supervisory experience on a small team.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Three or more years in shipping, receiving, or warehouse work in a manufacturing setting.
- Forklift certification and experience operating a forklift safely.
- Experience with shipping software and inventory systems.
- Ability to read packing slips, bills of lading, and purchase orders accurately.
Bonus Qualifications
- CDL or experience moving trailers in a yard.
- Familiarity with barcode scanning and RF equipment.
- OSHA forklift trainer certification.
- Experience with international shipping documents and customs paperwork.
- Knowledge of lean or 5S practices in a warehouse.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Warehouse Supervisor, Shipping Coordinator, Receiving Clerk, Shipping and Receiving Supervisor, Warehouse Lead, Shipping Clerk, Receiving Lead, Materials Handler Lead, Logistics Coordinator, Inventory Control Lead
Work Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Why The Pivot Group Network
The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search - market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.