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What is a sorting supervisor and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
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ScoreSorting SupervisorUS Average
Salary
3.8

Avg. Salary $48,265

Avg. Salary $59,228

Diversity
7.0
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.96%

Asian 6.56%

Black or African American 12.04%

Hispanic or Latino 16.68%

Unknown 4.88%

White 58.89%

Gender

female 24.19%

male 75.81%

Age - 44
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 44
Stress level
10.0

Stress level is very high

7.1 - high

Complexity level
9.9

Complexity level is advanced

7 - challenging

Work life balance
2.7

Work life balance is poor

6.4 - fair

Sorting supervisor career paths

Key steps to become a sorting supervisor

  1. Explore sorting supervisor education requirements

    Most common sorting supervisor degrees

    Bachelor's

    48.5 %

    Associate

    21.5 %

    High School Diploma

    19.4 %
  2. Start to develop specific sorting supervisor skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Safety Procedures21.58%
    OSHA14.34%
    Safety Policies11.42%
    Pro-Active Communication7.76%
    Safety Training7.64%
  3. Complete relevant sorting supervisor training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New sorting supervisors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a sorting supervisor based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real sorting supervisor resumes.
  4. Research sorting supervisor duties and responsibilities

    • Manage large team of outbound shipping loaders ensuring timely and proper loading of trailers.
    • Maintain certification as a designate responder for hazardous material spills and acceptance auditor for hazardous material shipments.
    • Monitor patients transport tracking system and advance technology for optimal transport service efficiency.
  5. Apply for sorting supervisor jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a sorting supervisor job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average sorting supervisor salary

The average sorting supervisor salary in the United States is $48,265 per year or $23 per hour. Sorting supervisor salaries range between $29,000 and $80,000 per year.

Average sorting supervisor salary
$48,265 Yearly
$23.20 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

Zippia Research Team
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The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.

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