Shipping Lead
Wapato, WA

Advancing the Future of Freshness™, Together

AgroFresh is a fast-moving, dynamic company dedicated to delivering integrated near- and post-harvest solutions for more freshness and quality, every step of the way from harvest to home. From next-gen digital monitoring and analytics and plant-based coatings to integrated fungicide solutions and SO2 generating sheets for more intelligent packaging, you can count on us for a full suite of near- and post-harvest solutions that help enhance quality and extend the shelf life of your fruits and vegetables.

When you work at AgroFresh, you work with the leading experts in near- and post-harvest technologies to proactively solve the most pressing challenges. Imagine a world where the produce supply chain has more time every step of the way. Where products get to consumers exactly as the grower intended. Where food loss is minimized, sustainability maximized, and business empowered. This is the world of Smarter Freshness.

What the Role Delivers

The purpose of this position is to lead the warehouse staff in the receiving, shipping and delivering of materials. In doing so the Shipping Lead will comply with all of AgroFresh’s policies and procedures and perform all tasks assigned in a safe manner and ensure all warehouse staff is doing the same. The Shipping Lead will be accountable for meeting the required responsibilities and meeting the set quality standards at our Wapato production facility.

Key Responsibilities
In order of relative importance

• Support and comply with all AgroFresh safety and environmental training policies and programs.
• Maintain certificate for Forklift and Genie Boom Trainer
• Active member of plant safety initiatives.
• Print bills of lading and assigns order fulfillment duties which include lot number verification.
• Supervises dock team. Responsible for ensuring that there are no mis-shipments sent to our warehouses or customers.
• Arranges for transportation on LTL carriers and truck load carriers using approved carriers. Interacts with truck drivers and customers as needed.
• Unloads and receives incoming raw materials with the exception of tanker trucks.
• Assigns lot numbers to raw materials and provides this data to production clerk for entry into inventory management system.
• Works with the lab to coordinate sampling of incoming raw materials and products for re-label or repack
• Maintains electronic raw material lot number assignment log.
• Supplies and attaches raw material lot numbers tags to matching raw materials received.
• Works with a FIFO format for inventory control.
• Works with EHS on disposal shipments.
• Assigns storage space for raw materials.
• Loads LTL, T/L and container shipments.
• Signs bill of ladings and supplies placards and SDS sheets as required. Ensure lot numbers are correctly noted on bill of ladings.
• Communicates with customer service on item shortages in a timely manner.
• Works with supply chain manager regarding inventory levels and items needed for specific shipments, especially exports.
• Implements and maintains a best practices warehouse management system and participates in weekly cycle counts and annual physical inventory.
• Monitor and approve shipping over time hours.
• Maintains a clean and safe workspace.
• UPS and FedEx small shipping
• Other duties as assigned

Who to Work With

Primary internal and external stakeholders

• Production
• Production, Supply chain,
• Trucking companies & drivers, LTL carriers, Fruit Packers

How We Work
AgroFresh core competencies – those in italics apply for people leaders

• Accountability for Results
• Mindset for Growth
• Customer Centricity
• One AgroFresh

What the Job Requires

• 5 years of experience in shipping and warehouse management
• Forklift and Genie Boom certified
• DOT Hazardous materials certification
• IATA certification
• IMG certification
• Some local travel, up to 5%, may be required

What to Have Done and Know How to Do

These skills and experiences are highly desirable; however, they do not preclude exceptions based on an individual’s performance history and demonstrated potential.

• Able to multitask and supervise employees
• SAP Strong business knowledge relevant to approved confidential information including supply and transportation data
• experience preferred
• Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, Word, Excel, etc.
• A working knowledge of FIFO and lot number control

Why Work Here

• We work every day to improve the quantity and quality of fresh produce and reduce food waste – that is important to every person on the planet!
• We have a rich history and are known for our quality products.
• We have an enterprising spirit and are looking for like-minded problem-solvers to help us accomplish our goals.
• We focus on the Critical Few priorities that are important for us and our customers and then hold ourselves accountable to deliver.
• We are growing and transforming – both our business and the industry.
• We are committed to developing our colleagues and helping you advance in your career.
• We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages.

Local Details

• Hourly rate for the position ranges from $24 - $34 per hour depending upon experience
• Depending upon company and individual performance, this role may be bonus eligible
• This role is required to be on-site