Shipping Coordinator

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Tuition assistance

Job Summary: The Shipping Coordinator will ship items in the system and, when necessary, assist in the Warehouse.

Responsibilities:

• Replaces damaged items and shortages or obtains credit by informing shipper and transporter of damage or shortage; returning damaged items; requesting new items or credit for shortages.
• Prepares shipments by assembling, packing, protecting, and labeling containers.
• Determines method of shipment by examining items to be shipped, destination, route, rate, and time of shipment.
• Ships items by verifying identifying information and quantity and condition of items; loading and protecting items.
• Documents items shipped by recording identifying information of items and transport information.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Generate freight quotes for sales team.
• Verifies quantities shipped versus quantities on sales orders.
• Assembles shipping packet to include packing list, bill of lading, and labels to ensure freight arrives at its destination.
• Performs other clerical duties, as necessary.

REQUIRED SKILLS & CAPABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Customer service skills that display empathy for both internal and external customers
• Excellent organizational skills with emphasis and attention to detail
• Thorough understanding of Warehouse procedures and policies
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects
• 2+ years of logistics experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Capable of accessing all areas of the facility
• Must be able to access a variety of spaces and shelving units by stretching, squatting, and reaching.
• Must be able to work in cold and hot temperatures in the Warehouse.