Shipping & Receiving Lead - Allendale Area

Job Description:

Shipping & Receiving Lead | Allendale, MI

Salary Range: $48,000 - $70,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in shipping & receiving lead? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Allendale seeking skilled 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 are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Allendale that are seeking skilled Shipping & Receiving Leads. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

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 ensure timely material flow.
• Implement and enforce safety procedures and company policies.
• Operate and maintain material handling equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Prepare shipping documentation, including bills of lading and customs forms.

Recommended Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; some college or vocational training preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in shipping, receiving, or warehousing, with at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and inventory management software.
• Demonstrated ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment; valid certification preferred.
• Strong understanding of shipping regulations (domestic and international) and safety protocols.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for inventory management and order processing.
• Forklift certification and experience operating various material handling equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to train and mentor junior shipping/receiving personnel.
• Familiarity with international shipping regulations and customs procedures.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Shipping Lead, Receiving Lead, Warehouse Lead, Logistics Coordinator, Inventory Control Lead, Materials Handler Lead, Shipping and Receiving Supervisor, Warehouse Team Lead, Logistics Lead, Supply Chain 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 strategic-they 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 search-market 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.

Required Skills:
• Resume
• Offers
• Inventory
• Lean Six Sigma
• Supply Chain
• Support
• Six Sigma
• Operations
• Logistics
• ERP
• Salary
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• Inventory Control
• Recruiting
• Compensation
• Supply
• Shipping
• Forms
• Continuous Improvement
• SAP
• Inventory Management
• Manufacturing
• Regulations
• Oracle
• Materials
• Preparation
• Software
• Documentation
• Training
• Sales
• Management


Salary Package:
$ 48,000.00 - 70,000.00 (US Dollar)