Shipping and Receiving Manager

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and we’re always looking to get stronger across North America, Europe, and Asia. Join us as a Shipping & Receiving Manager in Holland, MI as we work together to bring innovative automation solutions to life.  

The Shipping and Receiving Manager will oversee the inbound and outbound logistics operations to ensure accurate, efficient, and timely movement of materials and products. This role manages warehouse workflows, material handling, ensures receiving accuracy, coordinates with carriers and internal departments, and leads the shipping/receiving team to uphold safety, quality, and productivity standards. The manager is responsible for optimizing processes, resolving logistical issues, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.  

• Oversee daily shipping, receiving, and kitting activities to ensure operational accuracy and on time performance.

• Design and implement plant warehousing strategies for production materials and finished goods.

• Ensure materials are moved and stored in accordance with internal material handling best practices.

• Oversee and assist with the proper loading of ocean containers, dry vans, flatbeds, and drop-deck trailers.

• Maintain organized, lean, and efficient warehouse operations that support production and customer fulfillment.

• Lead, train, and mentor shipping and receiving coordinators by promoting best practices and modeling positive, professional behavior.

• Establish performance expectations, drive accountability, and foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Support cost-savings initiatives and productivity improvements through team development and process discipline.

• Establish, implement, and maintain methods, policies, procedures, systems, and documentation supporting shipping and receiving operations.

• Promote and sustain Lean principles, including 5S and visual management throughout warehouse and logistics areas.

• Analyze inventory and material flows to reduce waste, improve space utilization, and optimize customer service.

• Partner with the Transportation Manager to book freight carriers and align shipping strategies.

• Work closely with Trade Compliance to ensure import/export documentation is accurate, complete, and communicated internally and externally.

• Coordinate with carriers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to resolve logistics issues and meet delivery requirements.

• Communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams and business units to align shipping and receiving activities with operational needs.

• Serve as a key logistics contact to support production, supply chain, and customer requirements.

• Maintain current Hazmat certification for self and team members, ensuring records are accurate and up to date.

• Ensure department compliance with safety policies, OSHA requirements, and regulatory standards.

• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts as needed to support daily operations.

• Regularly lift up to 50 pounds as part of operational responsibilities.

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  7+ years’ experience in management of material management, and logistics including 3+ years of management of people experience.

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  Understanding of Engineer to Order processes including product inspection

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  Experience in Lean/six sigma a plus

At JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry. When faced with a problem, we find a solution. Together, we push what’s possible to automate for tomorrow.