Shipping & Receiving Lead - Whitehall Area
Quick Summary
Shipping & Receiving Lead | Whitehall, MI Salary Range: $48,000 - $71,
We partner with manufacturers across Whitehall seeking Shipping & Receiving Leads who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Oversee daily shipping and receiving operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
- →Lead and train a team of shipping and receiving associates.
- →Maintain inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and reconciliation.
- →Coordinate with production and logistics to optimize material flow and delivery schedules.
- →Implement and enforce safety protocols and quality control standards.
- →Operate and maintain material handling equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
- →Resolve discrepancies and issues related to shipments and receipts.
Requirements
~1 min read- 5+ years experience in shipping/receiving, with 2+ years in a lead or supervisory role within a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain various material handling equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks, with valid certification.
- Proficient in using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software for inventory management, order processing, and tracking.
- Strong understanding of shipping and receiving best practices, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance (e.g., DOT, OSHA).
- Proven ability to train, mentor, and lead a team, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy in managing inventory and documentation.
- Experience with an ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) for inventory management and transaction processing.
- Forklift certification and experience operating various material handling equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, reach trucks).
- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., 5S, Kaizen).
- Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Ability to read and interpret shipping documents, blueprints, and production schedules.
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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.
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- First seen
- September 25, 2026
- Last seen
- September 29, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 3
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 56%
- Scored at
- September 29, 2026
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