Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2024, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.9 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 57,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites.  

Job Description

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

SG 10

The shipping supervisor oversees the transportation of goods from the manufacturing plant to the customers. From building the loads to verifying the load count, to monitoring trailers until they deliver, this position will be completely accountable for the shipping of our product. Direct, lead, and motivate team to achieve company targets.

Uses MRP system to build loads to meet market demand.Responsible for tracking and reporting budget related to financial obligations of freight.  Freight cost per tire, Freight cost per ton, Load volume and weight.Monitor and oversee outgoing shipping activities to ensure loads are picked up on time to make scheduled deliveries.Actively monitors OEM shipment to ensure they deliver as scheduled.Coordinating with other departments within the company to ensure that shipments meet legal requirements.Actively supervise 4 shipping clerks which will help aid in the monitoring, billing, and tracking of shipments.Participate in hiring and training of personnel. Shipping Clerks.Help resolve all shipping-related issues that may arise in the company.Monitor trailer yard to prevent detention and keep equipment rotated.  Ensure system data is accurate.Send shipping data to vendors to be uploaded for trailer inspections.Store and maintain records for 10 years as required.Assist in loading truck as needed to supply the market with our product.Accurately receive, store, and process transactions material shipped or received.Follow standard practices and perform all work promptly and accurately, obtaining quality and productivity objectives.Remain flexible to work where need arises.Supervise Shipping clerks to ensure daily duties and load monitoring is completed.Be the back to the warehouse Superintendent.Follow all plant, environmental, safety, quality, and departmental policies.Safely operate and care for forklifts, spotter truck, and other material handling equipment as needed.Support inventory accuracy through daily operations, cycle counts, and physical inventoriesPerform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

Bachelor Degree and 2+ years of Warehousing/Shipping and/or Receiving Experience OR 5+ years of related experience if no degreeStrong communication skillsStrong computer skills. MS OfficeAbility to resolve problems.Ability to work as a part of a team.Legal Authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job opening.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

Bachelors DegreePrevious people leadership experienceExperience with freight contracts and negotiations.Experience in manufacturing and/or distribution center.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently from floor to shoulder height.Able to frequently stop, bend at waist and kneesAble to walk long distances and stand for extended periods of timeAble to mount and dismount from forklifts.

Additional Information

THE PERKS

Immediate Benefits Robust Total Rewards PackagePaid Time OffVolunteer Time OffTuition AssistanceEmployee Discounts, including tire discountsCompetitive Bonus ProgramsEmployees 401k MatchDiverse & Inclusive Work Environment with 20+ Employee Resource groups.Hybrid Work Employee Assistance ProgramFuture Growth Opportunities, including personal and professionalAnd many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

EEO-Statement:

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [email protected] or contact US Recruiting at 800-821-2727. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

 

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