Shipping And Receiving Manager Or Lead

The Shipping and Receiving Lead oversees daily warehouse operations to ensure materials and products are received, stored, and shipped safely, accurately, and on time. This role supports production and customer fulfillment by managing incoming materials, issuing raw materials and packaging to production, preparing finished goods for shipment, and maintaining accurate inventory records. The position operates in a cGMP-regulated environment and requires strict adherence to FDA, DOT, OSHA, and internal SOP requirements while using material-handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily shipping and receiving activities, prioritizing tasks to meet production and customer deadlines.
• Oversee the receipt, inspection, labeling, storage, and issuance of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods.
• Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and specifications to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare finished goods for shipment, including picking, packing, staging, and loading orders for internal and external customers.
• Review and manage shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading, packing lists, and returns documentation, to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Perform and support cycle counts, inventory transactions, and discrepancy resolution to maintain accurate inventory control.
• Ensure efficient picking, packing, and distribution processes that support production schedules and customer requirements.
• Maintain a safe, compliant warehouse environment in alignment with OSHA, cGMP, FDA, DOT, and internal SOP standards.
• Ensure safe operation of material-handling equipment and verify that team members receive proper training and certification.
• Train, mentor, and support warehouse team members, serving as the primary point of contact for questions, issues, and escalations.
• Identify process inefficiencies and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and service levels.
• Participate in cross-functional projects with production, quality, and logistics teams to improve warehouse performance and customer service.
• Support general labor tasks as needed, including loading, unloading, sorting, and organizing materials and products.
• Coordinate logistics activities with carriers and internal stakeholders to ensure on-time shipment and delivery.
• Promote a strong safety culture by following and reinforcing proper procedures for lifting, equipment use, and handling of materials, including hazardous materials where applicable.

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years of experience in a warehouse, shipping and receiving, or distribution environment.
• Previous experience in a lead, coordinator, or informal leadership role.
• Proven experience in shipping and receiving operations, including oversight of daily warehouse activities.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Good interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills to effectively work with internal and external stakeholders.
• Basic computer and data entry skills for inventory transactions and documentation.
• Experience with QAD or other inventory control systems.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform frequent physical activity, including walking, bending, and lifting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and maneuver up to 100 lbs safely.
• Knowledge of general logistics and inventory control principles.
• Ability to work safely in a cGMP-regulated environment and follow established procedures.

• Experience working in an FDA-regulated or cGMP-compliant environment.
• Familiarity with DOT and hazardous material shipping requirements.
• Hazmat endorsement and/or hazardous material shipping certification.
• Forklift certification and hands-on experience operating forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Previous experience training, mentoring, or developing team members.
• Experience with continuous improvement or lean methodologies.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical.
• Experience driving a box truck.
• Demonstrated leadership development and management skills.
• Experience with logistics coordination and inventory management in a production or factory setting.

Employees benefit from competitive wages, weekly pay, and access to benefits while on contract, supporting financial stability and peace of mind. The organization offers strong long-term benefits and clear opportunities for advancement, allowing individuals to grow their careers over time. The culture emphasizes a family-oriented, supportive environment with a strong sense of teamwork and shared purpose. Employees join a company that values long-term relationships, invests in its people, and fosters a positive, collaborative workplace.

Work Environment

The role is based in a production and factory environment that operates under cGMP regulations and complies with FDA, DOT, OSHA, and internal SOP standards. Team members work around active production lines, warehouse racking, and material-handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks. The position involves standing for extended periods, frequent walking, bending, lifting up to 50 lbs, and maneuvering up to 100 lbs, as well as handling materials and finished goods throughout the shift. The environment is fast paced and deadline driven, with close coordination between warehouse, production, and logistics teams. Safety is a core focus, with structured procedures for equipment operation, material handling, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Dress typically aligns with a production or warehouse setting, appropriate for a factory and distribution environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Le Sueur, MN.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $34.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Le Sueur,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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