Structural Steel Shipping Supervisor
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Structural Steel Shipping Supervisor
Location: Richmond, VA
Shift: 2nd Shift
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Pay Rate: Starting at $26.00/hr, with higher pay depending on experience, plus a $3.00/hr shift differential.
Position Overview
We are hiring a hands-on shipping supervisor to coordinate outbound structural steel materials at a fabrication facility. This role combines team leadership, equipment operation, shipment verification, and production coordination to keep steel deliveries safe, accurate, and on schedule.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct daily shipping and steel loadout activities.
- Oversee the safe loading, securing, and preparation of structural steel for transport.
- Check material identification, load quantities, and shipping paperwork for accuracy.
- Work with production, logistics, and shop personnel to coordinate outgoing deliveries.
- Maintain load tickets and shipment records using production and shipping software.
- Train and assist employees while supporting daily workflow and team performance.
- Conduct daily safety meetings and reinforce established safety procedures.
- Identify ways to improve shipping efficiency, accuracy, and overall operations.
- Remain actively involved in day-to-day material handling and loading activities.
Required Qualifications
- At least 5 years of experience in structural steel shipping or material handling.
- At least 2 years of team leadership or supervisory experience.
- Hands-on experience operating overhead cranes, telehandlers, vertical mast lifts, and forklifts.
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership abilities.
- Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and meet shipment deadlines.
- Commitment to workplace safety, accurate shipments, and quality standards.
Preferred Qualification
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Experience with Tekla EPMgo or comparable production and shipping software.
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- Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
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- 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