Job Description
Position Summary At
Sea Fox Boats , the Shipping Supervisor plays a critical role in the final stage of the manufacturing process—ensuring every boat is fully complete, meets our quality standards, and is delivered on time to dealers and customers. This is not a warehouse role; it is a hands-on, production-facing leadership position requiring strong organization, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of boats and customer expectations.
This individual serves as the final checkpoint before delivery, coordinating across departments to ensure every Sea Fox boat leaves the facility in true “customer-ready” condition.
Key Responsibilities Final Readiness & Coordination - Oversee and verify completion of all boats scheduled for shipment
- Partner with production, quality control, and service teams to resolve any outstanding issues prior to shipment
- Ensure all required components, documentation, and accessories are complete and accurate
Scheduling & Logistics - Manage and maintain the shipping schedule to meet weekly delivery targets
- Coordinate with transportation providers and dealers to ensure timely pickups and deliveries
- Optimize yard flow and staging to prevent bottlenecks and congestion
Quality & Presentation - Conduct final inspections to confirm boats meet Sea Fox quality standards and are shipment-ready
- Ensure boats are clean, detailed, and properly prepared for customer delivery
- Serve as the final line of defense for quality before shipment
Yard & Inventory Organization - Maintain organization of the yard, including boat placement, staging, and tracking
- Monitor yard capacity and ensure efficient use of space
- Track boat locations and status in real time
Communication & Accountability - Act as the central point of communication between production, quality, sales, and dealers regarding shipment status
- Proactively identify risks to shipment schedules and escalate issues as needed
- Provide daily updates on shipment readiness and overall performance
Team Leadership - Lead and manage the shipping and yard team
- Set clear expectations for performance, organization, and accountability
- Foster a culture of urgency, ownership, and attention to detail
Qualifications Experience - 3+ years in a manufacturing, marine, or related environment
- Hands-on boating experience required (operation, rigging, or sales exposure)
- Boat sales or dealer experience is a strong plus
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience
Skills & Competencies - Exceptional organizational and time management skills
- Strong understanding of boats, components, and customer expectations
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- High attention to detail with a strong sense of ownership
- Effective communicator across all levels of the organization
- Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to make timely, sound decisions
Performance Expectations - Consistently meet or exceed weekly shipment targets
- Achieve zero preventable quality issues at delivery
- Maintain an organized, efficient, and controlled yard operation
- Ensure on-time shipments with minimal delays
- Drive continuous improvement in shipping processes and overall flow
Salary $70k+ DOE
Job Tags
Full time