Shipping Supervisor

Eaton’s Electrical division is currently seeking a Shipping Supervisor to join our team in Richmond, VA. Relocation assistance available to Richmond, VA within the US.The expected annual salary range for this role is $86,000 - $126,000 a year.Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.The Logistics Supervisor is responsible for ensuring effective on-time receipt and shipment of all material through management of shipping / final assembly personnel, proactive communications with internal / external partners, strategic planning / forecasting of expected demand and associated logistics needs, and alignment with production schedules for assigned locations.What you’ll do:Drive a Zero Incident Safety Culture and ensure compliance with all safety policies and procedures. Align departmental operations with Eaton’s Quality Management System (QMS).Lead the shipping and final assembly operations, prioritizing production requirements to ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.Foster a high-performing team environment by developing direct reports through coaching, problem-solving skill development, and cross-training opportunities. Promote collaboration across shifts and with peer supervisors.Facilitate daily accountability meetings (e.g., Tier meetings, GEMBA walks) with cross-functional teams to review performance, address issues, and drive continuous improvement. Lead weekly department meetings to communicate safety topics, business updates, and policy or procedural changes.Partner with the Management Team to plan staffing needs, support onboarding and training of new employees, and administer the job bidding process. Monitor employee performance and provide coaching on safety, quality, productivity, attendance, and overall compliance.Ensure accurate and timely preparation of international and domestic shipping documentation, including customs paperwork, broker coordination, and commercial invoices.Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners to coordinate shipment schedules, resolve logistics issues, and ensure efficient material flow.Oversee completion of daily standard work across all shipping areas, including label creation, shipping checklists, system transactions, barcode verification, order preparation, physical counts, staging, and documentation (e.g., MSOs, waybills), while proactively identifying and mitigating risks.Perform other duties as assigned in support of plant and business objectives.This role could be the next step in your career if you demonstrate the following experience:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution OR five (5) years minimum experience working in a warehouse / logistics or supply chain role in a manufacturing environmentMinimum of three (3) years experience working with SAPMinimum of three (3) years working in a supervisory roleYou will set yourself apart by demonstrating some or all of the following:Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering from an accredited institutionMinimum of one (1) year of experience in Materials Planning, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Operation within manufacturingWe will not consider candidates who:Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etcKeys to role success:Required working knowledge and experience with computersProficiency with Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.).Proven analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to work in a matrix environment, get results and drive change through othersAbility to manage by influence through solid relationships and process focusAbility to effectively present results and recommendations to senior-level executive teamStrong leadership and communication skillsProven experience in process development, implementation and sustainability #LI-LR1All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. 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