About the Role

ALULA is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Supervisor to lead and oversee all inbound and outbound material operations. This role is critical to ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant shipping/receiving processes that support uninterrupted production and customer fulfillment. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working cross-functionally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and oversee all shipping and receiving operations to meet departmental and organizational goals

Plan for production requirements, storage needs, and inbound/outbound material flow

Maintain inbound purchase orders and resolve delivery discrepancies or issues

Ensure uninterrupted material and ingredient flow to minimize downtime

Enforce FIFO practices and strong inventory controls

Supervise and assist with maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Review and resolve material discrepancies including damages, shortages, and overages

Oversee proper use, maintenance, and inspection of material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, battery chargers, balers, etc.)

Coordinate with subcontractors for equipment maintenance and ensure documentation is complete

Ensure inspections of trailers, secured vehicles, and shipping containers are completed and documented

Partner with Quality to prevent contamination or infestation and maintain regulatory compliance

Ensure compliance with GMPs, OSHA, USDA, OU, SQF, and other applicable regulations

Complete and verify all shipping and receiving documentation accurately and on time

Tag and label raw ingredients and materials appropriately

Assist with physical inventories and reinforce best inventory practices

Maintain loading docks, trailers, storage racks, and offsite storage areas

Ensure timely waste and recycling removal

Conduct department orientation and ongoing training on procedures and equipment

Assist with developing, maintaining, and updating SOPs

Backup & Cross-Functional Support

Serve as backup to the Quality department for inventory on-hold status

Serve as primary backup for the Customer Relations Specialist, including:

Managing changes to sales orders

Obtaining freight quotes and entering billing information

Preparing bills of lading and Prime Vendor documentation

Supporting uninterrupted Prime Vendor flow and customer order fulfillment

Responding promptly to customer inquiries

Qualifications & Skills

Self-motivated with a proactive, problem-solving mindset

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across a diverse workforce

Ability to establish objectives, strategies, and continuous improvement initiatives

Experience driving safety awareness and regulatory compliance

Strong root-cause analysis and corrective action skills

Reading, math, and computer proficiency for reporting and inventory accuracy

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for an entire shift

Ability to lift and carry up to 60 pounds

Ability to squat, bend, twist, and perform visual inspections

What we offer -

Competitive Pay

Generous PTO and Holidays

401k & 4% Match

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance

Short & Long Term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Equal Opportunity Employer

ALULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status.

We comply with the ADA and applicable state and local laws and provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Department

Warehouse

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Compensation

Based on Experience

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