Shipping Supervisor

KARL STORZ

Shipping Supervisor leading outbound operations in a regulated medical device distribution center at KARL STORZ. Overseeing shipping activities, compliance, and team performance to ensure timely delivery of medical devices.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeAuburn • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,700 - $85,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in logistics operations, including compliance with FDA regulations, ISO 13485 standards, and GMP/GDP requirements. Proven ability to lead teams, manage shipping schedules, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.

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Leadership ExperienceSAP/ERP Systems ProficiencyTransportation Management Systems (TMS)Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)Regulated Environment Experience

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Hard Skills

Logistics ManagementShipping OperationsQuality Management SystemsInventory AccuracyProduct InspectionPackaging and LabelingLot/Serial TraceabilityLean MethodologiesContinuous ImprovementKPI Performance Management

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsAnalytical Skills

Tools & Technologies

SAP/ERPTransportation Management Systems (TMS)Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Industry Keywords

FDA RegulationsISO 13485 StandardsGMP RequirementsGDP RequirementsHealthcare LogisticsMedical Device OperationsInternational Shipping Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead daily outbound shipping operations, ensuring accurate, compliant, and on-time delivery performance while meeting customer service commitments.
Supervise, coach, and develop logistics associates through active floor leadership, performance management, and training.
Manage shipping schedules, carrier coordination, labor allocation, and workflow prioritization to meet operational demands and customer cut-off times.
Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, ISO 13485 standards, GMP/GDP requirements, and internal Quality Management System processes.
Oversee product inspection, packaging, labeling, documentation, and lot/serial traceability to support quality and patient safety.
Utilize SAP/ERP, TMS, and WMS systems to manage shipping transactions, inventory accuracy, reporting, and operational performance.
Drive Lean and continuous improvement initiatives that improve throughput, accuracy, compliance, productivity, and cost efficiency.
Partner cross-functionally with Quality, Inventory Control, Customer Service, and Warehouse Operations teams to resolve issues and improve processes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED and 5+ years of experience in warehousing, supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, or related environments.
Minimum of 1 year of leadership or lead-level experience in warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing operations.
Experience working in regulated, quality-driven environments such as FDA, ISO, healthcare, or medical device operations.
Strong knowledge of SAP/ERP systems, transportation management systems (TMS), and warehouse management systems (WMS).
Subject matter expertise in international shipping requirements.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, coordinate workflows, manage staffing priorities, and drive KPI performance.
Strong communication, problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical / Dental / Vision including a state-of-the-art wellness program and pet insurance, too!
3 weeks vacation, 11 holidays plus paid sick time
Up to 8 weeks of 100% paid company parental leave; includes maternal/ paternal leave, adoption, and fostering of a child.
401(k) retirement savings plan providing a match of 60% of the employee’s first 6% contribution (up to IRS limits)
Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts
Life, STD, LTD & LTC Insurance
We prepay your tuition up to $5,250 per year! - Tuition pre-imbursement
Fitness reimbursement of up to $200 annually
And much more!