Shipping & Receiving Lead - Hart Area

Shipping & Receiving Lead - Hart Area

Shipping & Receiving Lead | Hart, MI

Salary Range: $52,000 - $76,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in shipping & receiving lead? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Hart seeking experienced Shipping & Receiving Leads.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Hart seeking Shipping & Receiving Leads who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shipping and receiving operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Lead and train a team of shipping and receiving personnel.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and discrepancy resolution.
• Coordinate with production, sales, and logistics to optimize material flow.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
• Operate and maintain material handling equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Prepare and process shipping documentation, including bills of lading and customs forms.
• Implement and maintain continuous improvement initiatives within the department.

Recommended Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in shipping, receiving, or warehousing within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a small team.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management principles and practices (e.g., FIFO, cycle counting).
• Proficient in using ERP/WMS systems for shipping, receiving, and inventory transactions.
• Demonstrated ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with hazardous material handling and documentation (HAZMAT).
• Proficiency in using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems for inventory management.
• Forklift certification and experience operating various material handling equipment.
• Ability to perform minor maintenance on shipping and receiving equipment.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Shipping Lead, Receiving Lead, Warehouse Lead, Logistics Coordinator, Inventory Control Lead, Materials Handler Lead, Shipping and Receiving Supervisor, Stockroom Lead, Distribution Lead, Operations Lead

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategicthey partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your searchmarket insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Salary Package: $ 52,000.00 - 76,000.00 (US Dollar)