Shipping Supervisor (2nd shift)

Position Summary

The Shipping Supervisor oversees daily shipping operations to ensure the accurate, efficient, and timely loading and dispatch of poultry products to customers and internal locations. This role ensures finished goods are properly staged, loaded, and documented in compliance with company, USDA, and customer requirements. Depending on site needs, this position may also oversee Receiving functions, ensuring raw materials, packaging, and supplies are received accurately, inspected for quality, and properly recorded in inventory systems.

The Shipping Supervisor leads a team of hourly associates, coordinates closely with Production, QA, and Transportation, and ensures all activities are conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Shipping Operations

• Supervise shipping personnel to ensure all orders are picked, staged, loaded, and verified accurately.
• Coordinate with Production, QA, and Transportation to meet daily shipping schedules.
• Verify trailer temperatures, cleanliness, and product condition prior to loading.
• Ensure Bills of Lading (BOL), packing lists, and inventory records are accurate and completed in a timely manner.
• Monitor inventory accuracy of finished goods in cold storage and staging areas.

Receiving (site dependent)

• Oversee inbound material deliveries, verifying quantities and quality of received goods.
• Ensure proper documentation, labeling, and storage of raw materials and supplies.
• Maintain communication with Purchasing, QA, and Production to ensure materials are available and meet quality standards.

Team Leadership & Safety

• Supervise and schedule a team of hourly employees (loaders, forklift drivers, and clerks).
• Ensure team members follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety policies.
• Train and coach employees on standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safe equipment operation.
• Partner with Safety and HR to promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate shipping and receiving logs, temperature records, and inventory adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with USDA, SQF, and company policies related to food safety, traceability, and recordkeeping.
• Support audits and customer inspections as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position supervises up to 40 hourly employees, including forklift operators, loaders, and clerical staff, depending on shift and volume.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in shipping, logistics, or warehouse operations required; food or poultry industry experience preferred.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience required; experience leading in a cold storage or food manufacturing environment strongly preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

• Working knowledge of ERP or warehouse management systems.
• Forklift certification, or ability to obtain certification, and understanding of dock safety protocols preferred.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced logistics environment.
• Ability to lead, train, and hold a team accountable to safety and productivity standards.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to stand, bend, and walk throughout the shift in a shipping/receiving dock environment.
• Ability to work in a cold environment (0–40°F) for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand, bend, and walk throughout the shift.
• Must be available for flexible hours, including weekends or holidays as production demands require.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a combination of office and poultry processing environments. The employee splits time between a professional office setting and active production areas. Work in production areas may include exposure to:

• Cold, refrigerated environments (Fresh Processing)
• Warm or hot areas near ovens, fryers, or cooking equipment (Further Processing/Ready-to-Eat)
• Wet and humid conditions with floors that may be wet or slippery
• Moderate to high noise levels requiring hearing protection
• Raw poultry and beef products and strong food-related odors
• Common food allergens used in production, including but not limited to wheat, soy, milk, sesame, and egg

Food Safety and Quality Expectations

Gold Creek Foods is committed to producing safe, legal, and high-quality food products. All employees are responsible for complying with all company food safety, quality, and sanitation programs, preventing contamination and protecting product integrity, immediately reporting food safety or quality concerns to leadership, and supporting audit readiness and continuous improvement initiatives.

General Safety Statement

All employees are expected to work safely at all times by following all company safety policies, procedures, and regulations. This includes complying with OSHA, USDA, and other applicable laws, as well as Gold Creek Foods’ internal safety standards. Each team member is responsible for maintaining a safe work environment — reporting hazards and near misses, using required personal protective equipment (PPE) when required, and participating in safety training and programs as directed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a minimum of one year of leadership experience (such as line lead, team lead, or supervisor) in a manufacturing or food production environment?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Gainesville, GA 30501 (Required)

Work Location: In person