Tropical Nut & Fruit, the nation's TOP privately owned and operated Nut and Snack Company has an immediate opening for a Shipping & Receiving Manager. While innovating this industry since 1967, we have become well respected for our food products, our reputation, and our consistent results. Come join our growing team!
Summary
Directly responsible for overseeing and organizing of shipping and receiving operations within the company, ensuring the efficient and accurate movement of goods. Managing the receipt, storage, and dispatch of raw materials, finished products, and other materials.
General Duties & Responsibilities
- Receiving and Inspecting:
- Oversee the receipt of incoming shipments, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Verify shipments against purchase orders and invoices.
- Inspect goods for damage or quality issues, and report any discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate records of incoming shipments.
- Ensure adherence to food safety standards (HACCP, GMP, etc.).
- Shipping and Distribution:
- Manage the shipping process, including order processing, packaging, and label printing.
- Ensure timely and accurate shipping of products.
- Coordinate with carriers and logistics providers.
- Track shipments and resolve any issues that arise.
- Inventory Management:
- Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure proper storage of food products.
- Implement and maintain inventory control systems.
- Staff Management:
- Supervise and train shipping and receiving staff.
- Evaluate performance and provide feedback.
- Ensure that staff follow safety protocols and procedures.
- Other Duties:
- Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment.
- Respond to inquiries from customers and suppliers.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
- Implement and maintain safety procedures and standards in handling of goods.
- Negotiate shipping and freight rates with carriers.
- Coordinating returns of merchandise and managing claims for damaged goods.
- Utilizing logistics IT to optimize procedures.
Essential Functions:*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is sometimes required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift or move objects up to 20 pounds.
Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work
This is a full-time position (in office), and a minimum of 40 hours per week is required. NO REMOTE WORK!
Travel
None.
Candidate Qualifications: Education and Experience
Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Manufacturing experience
Preferred
- College degree
- Two years of experience in Management in Manufacturing setting
Other Requirements, Knowledge, Skills, Or Abilities Required
- Past experience in logistics management
- Food Manufacturing/transportation
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel especially
- Inventory Control
- Warehouse Operations
- Attention to detail
- Forklift Experience
- History with WMS
- Freight Cost analysis
- Personnel Management
- High Organizational Skills
- ERP system knowledge
Compensation & Benefits Package
Competitive salary $75,000 - $85,000 - depending on experience
401(K), Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Supplemental, and Life Insurance packages
Company paid $50K Life Insurance Policy
PTO (Vacation/Sick) & 7 Company Paid Holidays
Hayden Valley Foods / Tropical Nut & Fruit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HVF / TNF does not accept resumes from any third-party recruiters for this position.
