Steel Shipping & Loadout Supervisor
Steel Shipping & Loadout Supervisor
Location: Richmond, VA
Shift: 2nd Shift
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Starting Pay: $26.00/hour + $3.00/hour shift differential (higher pay may be available based on experience)
Position Overview
We are hiring a Steel Shipping & Loadout Supervisor to coordinate material shipments and guide daily loadout operations in a structural steel fabrication environment. This hands-on role focuses on safe material handling, shipment accuracy, team leadership, and on-time deliveries.
Key Responsibilities
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Direct daily steel shipping, loading, and loadout activities.
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Ensure steel materials are properly identified, secured, and ready for transport.
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Check material markings, load accuracy, load tickets, and shipping documents.
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Coordinate with production, logistics, and shop personnel to meet delivery deadlines.
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Maintain shipping records using production and shipping software.
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Train and assist team members while leading daily safety meetings.
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Enforce workplace safety and quality standards.
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Support workflow improvements and maintain efficient operations.
Qualifications
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At least 5 years of experience in structural steel handling or shipping operations.
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Minimum 2 years of team leadership or supervisory experience.
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Hands-on experience operating overhead cranes, telehandlers, vertical mast lifts, and forklifts.
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Familiarity with Tekla EPMgo or comparable production and shipping software is preferred.
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Strong organizational, communication, and leadership abilities.
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Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
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Commitment to safe work practices and quality standards.
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- Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
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Written answers (8)
- How many years of experience do you have in structural steel shipping, material handling, or loadout operations? Please describe the types of materials and environments you have worked in.
- Describe your leadership experience in a manufacturing or fabrication setting. How many employees have you supervised, and what were your primary responsibilities?
- What equipment are you experienced operating (e.g., overhead cranes, telehandlers, forklifts, vertical mast lifts)? Please explain your level of proficiency with each.
- Can you describe your experience coordinating shipping schedules, load accuracy, and delivery timelines with production or logistics teams?
- What steps do you take to ensure workplace safety, load security, and compliance during shipping and material handling operations?
- When is your availability to start?
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- Please provide your phone number and active email address