Shipping Supervisor

Job description

Description Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.

Shipping Supervisor Job Purpose

This is a first-level supervisory position. This position will be expected to handle most routine process and employee relations issues with only limited supervision from the manager. At this level the incumbent should be skilled in both the technical and the people aspects of direct supervision. Directs logistics, coordinates freight carriers, and oversees the safe, accurate, and timely delivery of finished goods. They manage the daily workflow of the shipping team, ensure compliance with transport regulations, and maintain inventory and supply metrics.

Nature of Duties

Operations Management: Oversee daily shipping activities, ensuring that all finished products match customer requirements and are dispatched correctly.

Team Leadership

Supervise, train, and schedule the warehouse staff. Manage timecards and conduct performance reviews.

Compliance & Safety

Ensure adherence to safety regulations (such as OSHA standards), hazardous material handling if applicable, and maintain audit readiness for all shipping documents. Actively promotes company's safety rules; utilizes protective clothing (eye protection, safety shoes) and equipment; reports and actively works to correct safety and environmental hazards.

Logistics Coordination

Coordinate with freight carriers and logistics providers. Schedule loading/unloading times and optimize transportation costs.

System Management

Utilize ERP systems (Oracle) to manage transactions, track shipments, and oversee inventory accuracy.

Continuous Improvement

Track shipping metrics and implement Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma principles to reduce error rates and improve facility throughput. Troubleshoots problems and works with employees and Manufacturing to correct issues. Analyzes processes and methods and makes changes to simplify procedures and to eliminate unnecessary costs. Support quality systems, manuals, and procedures, including continual support of external certifications such as ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO14001 and or customer audits.

Other duties as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Business Administration. High School diploma or GED with equivalent experience (5+ years) is generally accepted.

Experience

• 5 years of experience in shipping, logistics, or warehousing, with at least 1 to 2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.

Hard Skills

• Proficiency with enterprise software (ERP) and basic inventory control systems. Knowledge of Bills of Lading (BOL), shipping notices, and customs/export documents. Must be organized and detail-oriented

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills under tight deadlines, excellent organizational and interpersonal abilities, and clear communication.Capability to team work with a continuous improvement culture.

Physical Demands

Lifting & Carrying: Frequently lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying objects weighing between 30 and 50 lbs unassisted; heavier items may require team-lifting.

Mobility

Ability to stand, walk, and move continuously across the manufacturing floor or warehouse.

Agility

Frequent stooping, bending, crouching, twisting, and reaching (above shoulder height and below the waist) to access materials, log files, or inspect equipment.

Why Join Us? At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity EmployerSanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.