Shipping and Receiving Supervisor

Title: AM Shipping & Receiving Supervisor Reports To: Warehouse Manager Location: Stuart, FL Type: Full-Time | Onsite | Exempt Company Summary Pero Family Farms is a market share leader with over a century of dedication, commitment and integrity. Operating since 1908, Pero is the farm trusted by retailers and consumers alike. We are a fully integrated farming operation, with departments that specialize in organic farming, logistics, global supply chain management, national sales operations, food processing operations, and strategic marketing functions. Our operation includes over 35,000 acres spanning across the East Coast of the United States from Florida to New York, with distribution and production facilities in several different states. We pride ourselves in maintaining a strong family heritage and tradition that has been dedicated to quality, innovation, and excellent customer service that has been feeding America’s families for over a century. Our family’s passion for farming remains unwavering, with a vision to continue the tradition for many generations to come, whilst maintaining the reverence and trust it has established with the American consumer. As we expand our offering to include an assortment of organic vegetable options; we have become one of the largest organic vegetable growers in the country and we are looking to grow our workforce family. Join us in continuing and strengthening our position as a market share leader dedicated and trusted by retailers and consumers alike. Job Summary The AM Shipping and Receiving Supervisor oversees daily logistics operations within the facility, ensuring the efficient and accurate movement of perishable goods. This role involves managing the shipping and receiving teams, coordinating inbound and outbound shipments, and maintaining strict quality control and compliance with food safety standards. The supervisor monitors inventory levels, ensures correct storage conditions, and schedules deliveries to meet production timelines while minimizing spoilage. They also work closely with vendors, carriers, and internal departments to optimize logistics processes, handle any discrepancies, and address any issues promptly to maintain quality and minimize delays. Primary Responsibilities Adequate training and understanding of FAMOUS & RIMS as it relates to the coordination of accurate order fulfillment Firm knowledge of product sizes, varieties, sensitivity, location, and backgrounds Verify correct labeling of orders; ensure proper pallet count; verify that order is adequately selected; understand the role of a Forklift driver & Stacker; familiarize pallets with proper palletization and stacking procedures; understand FIFO method; assist in clean billing of orders; repack broken products for continued usage; know when to release an order, know when to release backorders Properly and efficiently assign work for forklift drivers before they arrive for another assignment Understand preferences for the various customer bases, ensuring proper quality and quantity for customer orders; express neatness and care through proper order selection. Special request, correct production trailer Direct implementation of the “Priority Load List & Load Planner” while working closely with client services, supply, and operations departments to ensure proper delivery schedule; understanding of proper loading techniques; comply with customer loading preferences; ensure all customer orders are completed along with any order additions Maintain, keep, and clean office to create an organized and workable environment and respect all company property and equipment Completion of paperwork neatly and legibly; ability to communicate effectively; ability to assist and go above what is asked; express concern and care for the company and fellow associates; develop proper tools that make a good leader Must follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Occupational Safety procedures, and all Food Safety guidelines related to the position of being on the Warehouse floor Follow compliance with GMP, USDA, and DOL standards Skills and Requirements Knowledge of warehouse operations is preferred but not necessary Knowledge of Forklift and Computer Systems is preferred Experience with producing distribution software systems is preferred Basic mathematical and literacy skills Knowledge of the Spanish language is preferred Working Conditions Work is primarily performed in a warehouse environment handling perishable goods Exposure to varying temperatures depending on storage areas, including refrigerated or cold storage Fast‑paced environment with deadlines for shipping, receiving, and order fulfillment Frequent interaction with warehouse staff, forklift operators, vendors, carriers, and internal departments Compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), USDA, DOL, and food safety standards is required Occasional office work for paperwork, reporting, and coordination Physical Requirements Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the warehouse for extended periods Ability to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and climb as needed during daily tasks Ability to lift and carry items as required, including pallets and packaged goods (weight may vary) Visual ability to inspect products, verify labeling, and monitor inventory and order accuracy Frequent use of hands and fingers for paperwork, scanning, and interacting with equipment Ability to oversee forklift operations and safely navigate the warehouse floor Company Benefits/PERKS 401(k) Health, Dental, Vision Insurance and more Paid Time Off (PTO) The company (Pero) reserves the right to alter, amend, expand or contract these duties and responsibilities as the company's needs evolve. #J-18808-Ljbffr