Shipping/Receiving Supervisor

Paragon Medical, a business of AMETEK, is a trusted partner in medical device manufacturing, offering end-to-end solutions from concept to final production. With expertise across various applications, we deliver high-precision components and complete products tailored to exceed customer expectations. 

The Shipping Supervisor manages the daily activities of shipping functions in a manufacturing facility. Implements procedures to improve quality, productivity and efficiency. Ensures shipments are delivered in a timely manner. Maintains relationships with carrier vendors and consistently resolves customer issues.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in verifying and keeping records on incoming and outgoing shipments and preparing items for shipment.  


• Studies shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other records to determine shipping priorities.  


• Work assignments, and shipping methods required to meet shipping and receiving schedules utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.


• Oversees incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments.


• Determines space requirements in inventory.


• Determines routing and legal load limits on trucks.


• Directs movement of shipments from shipping and receiving platform to storage and work areas.


• Complies records of unfilled orders


• Posts shipments and keeps record of shipments ready to go out the door.


• Read and interpret blueprints to identify material types, grades, and processing requirements


• Review and understand customer specifications and applicable industry standards


• Evaluate customer purchase orders to determine appropriate process flow and manufacturing requirements


• Defines processing and verification standards based on customer prints and specifications


• Determines appropriate passivation and electropolishing methods in alignment with customer and industry standards


• Reviews complex orders for manufacturability and internal routing accuracy


• Supports real-time work order corrections and continuous process validation


• Communicates directly with customers to clarify PO details, request missing documentation, and confirm processing requirements


• Leads and manages shared customer communication channels, including status updates, PO revisions, and INCOTERM alignment


• Responds to expedite requests and adjust priorities accordingly


• Collaborates with production, quality, and engineering teams to ensure alignment across functions


• Supports continuous improvement initiatives in shipping, order processing, and manufacturing workflows

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma required.  Post secondary education in technical or engieering fields a plus.

EXPERIENCE:

• 3-6 Years

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Strong communication and presentation skills


• Knowledge of Microsoft office and any other software needed


• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and customer specifications


• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills


• Experience or exposure to ERP systems preferred


• Effective communication skills with both internal teams and external customers

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work performed in a production environment.  


• Exposure to elements such as odor, noise, dust, heat, cold, chemical and other elements.  


• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.