Shipping Lead; Onsite in Wapato, WA

Career Opportunities with Agro Fresh Inc.

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Location:

Onsite in Wapato, Washington

Agro Fresh 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 Agro Fresh, 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.

The Shipping Lead plays a critical operational and coordination role within a supply chain organization, bridging warehouse, logistics, production, and customer service functions. Their primary responsibility is to ensure the efficient, accurate, and timely movement of goods — both inbound and outbound — while maintaining compliance with company procedures, safety, and regulatory standards.

In order of relative importance

• Lead daily shipping operations including scheduling, documentation, carrier coordination to ensure orders are on time and in full
• Coordinate receiving activities, verify inbound documentation, and ensure materials are processed efficiently to support production and customer demand
• Ensure all shipments meeting company policies, customer requirements, regulatory standards (DOT, OSHA, etc.) and Agro Fresh safety guidelines
• Partner with logistics providers to secure cost-effective, reliable transportation; monitor on-time delivery performance and address service issues proactively
  
  Ensure proper system transactions, labeling, cycle counts and record-keeping within SAP to maintain high levels of operational accuracy

Primary internal and external stakeholders

This role coordinates with warehouse, procurement, customer service, and carrier partners to maintain an effective and cost-efficient flow of goods through the supply chain.

Agro Fresh core competencies – those in italics apply for people leaders

• Accountability for Results
• Customer Centricity
• One Agro Fresh
• Owns the Talent

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in shipping, warehouse operations, logistics coordination or similar supply chain functions
• Experience leading or coordinating teams is preferred
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain one is a plus

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

• Strong understanding of domestic and international shipping processes.
• Knowledge of freight rating, routing, and carrier management.
• Proficiency in ERP/TMS systems (SAP, Oracle, Net Suite, etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

• 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.