Shipping Lead - Manufacturing Industry

Posted 4 days ago

hood containerChicago (IL)

First-Line Supervisors of Helpers, Laborers, and Material Movers, Hand Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing

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$25.00 per hour

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About the role

Job Description: Ready to Lead and Keep Freight Moving Smoothly? Join Hood Container as our 2nd Shift Shipping Lead! At Hood Container, we’re committed to delivering excellence—not just in packaging, but in every step of our operations. As our Shipping Lead, you’ll be responsible for driving shipping efficiency, coordinating team efforts, and ensuring products get to our customers safely, accurately, and on time.

Location: Chicago, IL

Shift: 3rd Shift - 11:00 pm to 7:00 amPay Rate: $25.00 per hour + shift differential

How You Will Lead:

Team Leadership & Coordination: Lead the shipping team in loading finished goods accurately and efficiently to their correct destinations. Assign tasks and routes for local deliveries, pickups, and transfers. Ensure team readiness, equipment availability, and adherence to shipping schedules.

Operational Oversight: Monitor team attendance, safety readiness, and compliance with all shipping procedures. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment. Coach and support the team to meet and exceed expectations.

Inventory & Documentation: Complete all shipping paperwork with accuracy—bills of lading, freight billing, and shipment tracking. Conduct cycle counts and inventory audits, confirming results with the Shipping Manager. Ensure outbound freight is billed nightly and documented properly in the Amtech system.

Communication & Problem Solving:

Notify Customer Service and Management of any delays, damages, or shortages.
Coordinate with other departments to meet shipping and delivery goals.
Support special projects and additional duties as assigned.
What It Takes:
High School Diploma or GED required
Experience leading teams in shipping, warehouse, or manufacturing settings
Strong working knowledge of the Amtech system
Ability to bill outbound freight and manage documentation
Proficient in basic PC use and shipping equipment operation
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. and work in varied temperature conditions (40°ree; F to 120°ree; F)
Why You’ll Love Being Part of Our Team:
Competitive Pay & Benefits Get rewarded with great pay, shift differential, and a robust benefits package. Learn more at hoodcontainer.com/benefits
Growth Opportunities Take charge of your career with on-the-job learning and leadership development.
Team Culture That Works Together Work with a group that values collaboration, respect, and getting the job done right.
Purposeful Work in a Sustainable Industry Join a company committed to innovation, safety, and environmental responsibility.

Who We Are: Hood Container Corporation is a family-owned, mill-to-market leader in containerboard, kraft paper, corrugated packaging, and high-impact retail displays. We combine the capabilities of a large company with the service of a family business. At Hood Container, we are proud to build a team as diverse as the communities we serve. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds to grow with us. Learn more at hoodcontainer.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. IND2611:00 pm to 7:00 am

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