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Logistics & Shipping Supervisor – Structural Steel Operations at qualdoc: Cocoa, United States; On-site; Lead; Logistics, Transport & Warehouse. JobGrid adds normalized role facts, source context, and a path to the employer application page so candidates can compare the listing before applying.
- Location and workplace: Cocoa, United States, On-site
- Role classification: Logistics, Transport & Warehouse, Lead
- Source freshness: checked by JobGrid on 2026-06-11.
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Logistics & Shipping Supervisor – Structural Steel Operations
Location: Cocoa Beach, FL
Schedule: First Shift (occasional oversight of Second Shift operations)
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Pay: Starting at $26.00 per hour, with higher compensation available based on experience
Position Summary
A growing manufacturing operation is seeking a Logistics & Shipping Supervisor to coordinate and lead outbound material handling and shipping activities within a structural steel fabrication environment. This role plays a key part in ensuring customer deliveries are prepared accurately, loaded safely, and dispatched on schedule.
The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, hands-on equipment experience, and a commitment to safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
What You'll Do
- Direct daily shipping and loadout operations for structural steel products and materials.
- Verify outgoing loads for accuracy, proper identification, and shipment readiness.
- Ensure materials are loaded, secured, and prepared according to transportation and safety requirements.
- Partner with production, logistics, and operations teams to support on-time deliveries.
- Maintain accurate shipping records, load documentation, and inventory movement data.
- Utilize production and shipping software to track materials and shipment status.
- Provide guidance, coaching, and support to shipping personnel and new hires.
- Conduct daily safety briefings and promote compliance with company safety practices.
- Monitor workflow and identify opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency.
- Serve as a hands-on leader, assisting with operations as needed in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
Required Experience & Skills
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in structural steel shipping, material handling, or related manufacturing operations.
- At least 2 years of experience leading, supervising, or coordinating teams.
- Proven experience operating industrial equipment, including:
- Overhead cranes
- Forklifts
- Telehandlers
- Vertical mast lifts
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet delivery deadlines.
- Effective communication and team leadership abilities.
- Strong focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence.
- Overhead cranes
- Forklifts
- Telehandlers
- Vertical mast lifts
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet delivery deadlines.
- Effective communication and team leadership abilities.
- Strong focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using Tekla EPM Go or similar production, inventory, or shipping management systems.
- Background working in steel fabrication, heavy manufacturing, or industrial production environments.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly compensation based on qualifications and experience.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement savings benefits.
- Long-term career development and advancement opportunities.
- Opportunity to transition into a permanent position based on performance and business needs.