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Production Supervisor (Shipping)

Company:
Simpson Door Company
Location:
McCleary, WA, 98557
Posted:
May 19, 2025
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Simpson Door Co. - McCleary, WA

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General Description

Simpson has been making doors within the forests of Washington state since 1912. Generations of families have dedicated their lives to creating the finest doors in America. It's a team effort requiring creativity, engineering, innovation and experience.

In alignment with the goals and objectives of the business, supervise and manage the day-to-day Simpson Door Company operations to assure a high level of employee safety, employee involvement, continuous efficient operations, recovery maximization, and product quality and standards. Lead, manage and/or participate in various production improvement projects and committees. Directly supervise employees within an assigned department.

Responsibilities and essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Assure a safe operating environment by planning, implementing, directing and physically auditing all aspects of the shipping department (including employee performance) to ensure an effective safety program that is results-oriented and encourages significant employee participation. Complete all mandatory annual safety training.

2. Implement department operating plan achieving plan goals through supervision of employees and managing operational issues.

3. Assure the most effective shipping method using an understanding of truck loading procedures with regard to full truck loading, multiple drop loading, LTL shipments, and the relationships between dedicated carriers, common carriers, UPS, Federal Express, etc. Analyzes shipping activity for service and cost trends and adjust as appropriate.

4. Ensure that high levels of productivity are achieved for all areas. Must be able to give clear expectations and follow-up on productivity variances.

5. Effectively evaluate machine center production costs and use as a basis for material utilization decisions.

6. Work closely with appropriate lead people, supervisors, sales personnel, and key personnel in other departments, etc., to ensure on-time shipments.

7. Provide good department communications through daily or regular contact with other supervisors and lead personnel.

8. Must fully understand the entire door business system, shipping, inventory, and sales process.

9. As appropriate, participate in hiring, selection and orientation of new employees.

10. Provide for continuous enhancement and improvements by directing employee involvement activities and staying abreast of the new developments in shipping and inventory control methods.

11. Assure a positive labor relations atmosphere through firm and consistent application of labor agreement and maintenance of open and honest communication with union representatives and employees.

12. Assure a work environment, which respects the rights of employees. Assure that all employment and personnel activity is conducted in a non-discriminatory manner. Act on employee complaints and issues promptly, correcting problems as noted.

13. Must participate in meetings and will be expected to work weekends, holidays, long hours when needed.

Qualifications - Required:

Technical/Education

• Minimum of three years experience in shipping and distribution or a manufacturing environment or equivalent stile and rail door manufacturing experience.

• Thorough knowledge of shipping and distribution processes.

• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience.

• High school graduate or equivalent

• Strong PC skills in Excel and Access.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Demonstrated high personal motivation and energy.

• Ability to train and motivate others.

• Strong communication skills.

• Strong leadership and human relations skills.

• Good problem solving, analytical and organizational skills.

• Strong commitment to customer service.

Qualifications - Preferred:

• Associate degree in a job-related field.

• Three years supervisory experience in door or window manufacturing.

• More than two years of shipping and distribution experience.

Compensation and Benefits:

Starting salary is $77,371 Salary range is 75,000 - $90,000

Medical, Dental and Vision Plan

401(k) 100% match up to the first 4% of an employee’s own 401(k)contributions. The Company may also provide an additional discretionary contribution of 4% of your compensation (CORE). Company contributions are 100% vested.

10 vacation days per year

80 hours of sick leave per year

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

8 Paid Holidays per year plus 3 floating holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Safety Reimbursement Program

Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program

Employee Recognition Program after 5 years

Employee Product Discounts

Working at Simpson means you will be working with a progressive employer who is proud of their strong safety culture and drug-free environment.

Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen that includes THC.

Simpson Door Company participates in E-Verify

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