The Mission

At KMC Rubber, the job isn’t done until the customer receives the exact compound they ordered with the exact paperwork they require. We are a custom mix manufacturer, and we need a Shipping Lead who is as comfortable on a forklift as they are managing a Bill of Lading. You will be the final line of defense for quality and the engine that keeps our dock cleared and our customers happy.

The Daily Grind

• Dock Command: Coordinate the loading and unloading of flatbeds and box trucks. You own the dock.
• Inventory Accuracy: Use your Lean training to organize finished goods and raw material staging. We don’t “lose” material here.
• ISO 9001 Compliance: Ensure every shipment has the correct COA (Certificate of Analysis) and labels. In custom mixing, the paperwork is as important as the rubber.
• Team Leadership: Direct a small team of material handlers and forklift operators to keep production lines supplied and the shipping lane clear.
• Carrier Management: Work with freight brokers and drivers to ensure on-time pickups and resolve any transit issues.

What You Bring to the Table

• Experience: 3+ years in industrial shipping/receiving, with at least 1 year in a “Lead” or “Senior” capacity.
• Forklift Mastery: High-level proficiency with sit-down forklifts (handling heavy, shifting loads like rubber crates/pallets).
• Tech Savvy: Ability to use ERP/Inventory software and FedEx/UPS shipping systems.
• The “Grit”: You thrive in a fast-paced, non-climate-controlled warehouse environment.
• The “Grind”: You have a sharp eye for detail. You catch the wrong label before it leaves the building.

Physical Requirements

• Heavy Lifting: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and manually adjust pallets or crates as needed.
• Endurance: Ability to stand, walk, and operate equipment for the duration of an 8–10 hour shift.
• Environment: Exposure to the elements (open dock doors) and the dust/smell of a rubber manufacturing facility.