Shipping Manager

Jamestown Container, One of the largest independent manufacturers of corrugated products in the northeastern United States, is looking to add a Shipping Manager to its team. This position will work out of our Macedonia, Ohio location.

Founded in 1956, Jamestown Container Companies is a privately owned company that has earned a reputation as an innovative, independent provider of high-quality corrugated products, consumer point of purchase displays, packaging supplies and fulfillment services for customers in Northeast Ohio. Our customers include many well-known local companies, as well as Fortune 100 companies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Champion a strong safety culture by promoting safe work practices, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, and driving continuous safety improvements.


• Provide leadership and direction for all shipping and warehouse operations to ensure the safe, accurate, and on-time delivery of customer orders.


• Oversee inbound and outbound freight scheduling, carrier selection, and transportation logistics.


• Manage, coach, and develop Shipping Leads, Forklift Operators, and other shipping personnel to build a high-performing team.


• Develop and maintain strong relationships with freight carriers, transportation providers, and other business partners.


• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce costs, improve warehouse organization, and eliminate waste.


• Partner with Production, Customer Service, Sales, Maintenance, and Scheduling to ensure customer requirements are met and shipping priorities are aligned.


• Ensure all shipping documentation, including bills of lading, delivery receipts, shipping records, and compliance documentation, is completed accurately and timely.


• Support hiring, onboarding, performance management, employee development, and disciplinary processes in partnership with Human Resources.


• Drive accountability through regular communication, team meetings, coaching, and performance evaluations.


• Ensure compliance with all company policies, quality standards, food safety requirements, and regulatory requirements.


• Participate in daily production meetings and provide operational updates while coordinating shipping priorities.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or GED.


• Preferred prior work experience in the corrugated industry.


• Preferred prior work experience as a forklift operator.


• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in shipping, warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing operations.


• Proven history of scheduling daily deliveries to multiple locations and optimizing loads to keep On Time Delivery high while keeping costs low.


• Previous management experience preferred.


• Experience in a corrugated manufacturing or industrial environment is preferred.


• Proven leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.


• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.


• Ability to analyze operational data and make informed business decisions.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and warehouse or ERP systems.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and effectively prioritize multiple responsibilities.