Ferguson · 15 hours ago
Warehouse Shipping Manager - Overnight/ 3rd Shift Loading
New Hudson, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$4,331.70/mo - $9,529.30/moFerguson is a leading provider of quality supplies for various industries, and they are currently seeking a 3rd Shift Shipping Manager to join their team. This role involves overseeing overnight shipping operations, ensuring load accuracy, maintaining safety standards, and providing leadership to warehouse associates.
Wholesale
Responsibilities
Own overnight shipping and load execution for all outbound routes, including first runs, second runs, and branch material staging, supporting approximately 18 drivers with a team of 6 loaders
Provide hands-on, on-floor leadership throughout the shift by actively observing loading, coaching associates in real time, and correcting execution issues before trucks are released
Ensure all routes are staged, loaded, scanned, and verified in proper sequence, enforcing scan-to-load discipline with minimal exceptions
Conduct pre-release trailer and truck audits to confirm load accuracy, completeness, stop-order organization, and safe build quality
Maintain high load quality standards to ensure freight is deliverable, securely loaded, damage-free, and organized for efficient driver offload
Oversee proper pipe and oversized material handling, including separation, support, stop-order readiness, and grouping of related materials
Supervise and actively participate in unloading inbound shipments and picking/shipping outbound orders, ensuring accuracy of both product and paperwork
Execute routine lane and dock walks (pipe, rack, floor) to maintain process control, organization, and cleanliness throughout the warehouse
Ensure inventory integrity, including completion and verification of daily cycle counts
Maintain strict shipping documentation and compliance, including route packets, credits, PO pickups, transfers, reroutes, and Hazmat paperwork and audits
Enforce warehouse safety standards and PPE compliance; maintain a safe, controlled work environment and immediately report incidents or concerns to leadership
Maintain security of the warehouse, equipment, and assets, including strict key-control procedures with nightly accountability
Investigate operational issues by verifying facts first, identifying root cause, and documenting corrective and preventive actions
Hold associates directly accountable for repeated errors through documented coaching, performance management, and follow-up
Support associate success through training, development, and performance feedback, reinforcing standards and expectations
Set the tone for the shift through professional, solution-focused leadership, ownership of outcomes, and consistent execution to standard
Qualification
Required
Prior leadership or supervisory experience in warehouse, shipping, or distribution operations
Demonstrated ability to enforce standard work and process discipline in a fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills with follow-through on corrective actions
Experience coaching associates and addressing performance and accountability issues directly
Ability to work on the warehouse floor for extended periods and lead through active presence, not desk-based management
Clear, professional communication skills with the ability to document findings and actions
Preferred
Experience with RF scanning systems and scan-to-load processes
Knowledge of load building standards, stop-order loading, and damage prevention
Familiarity with Hazmat shipping requirements and audits
Experience managing overnight or high-volume shipping operations
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Paid time off
Life insurance
401(k) with a company match
Mental health coverage
Gender affirming and family building benefits
Paid parental leave
Associate discounts
Community involvement opportunities
Company
Ferguson
Since 1953, Ferguson has been a leading source of quality supplies for a variety of industries.
Founded in 1953
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.5B2025-09-18Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2024-10-01Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2008-11-12IPO
Leadership Team
Kevin Murphy
President & Chief Executive Officer
Blake Luse
Senior Director, Enterprise Strategy & Planning
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