Shipping and Receiving Coordinator

Location: Houston, TX - PMT (RDA) - Welding equipment rental

About the role

Under the direction of the PMT Manager, the Shipping and Receiving Coordinator will safely manage all branch logistics, including shipping, receiving, parts, and equipment inventory. This position is responsible for essential rental coordination tasks, parts room management, equipment staging for technicians, and initial evaluation of all inbound equipment. The role requires proactive communication to ensure operational efficiency and high customer service standards. Maintains a safe working environment by following Airgas/Red-D-Arc’s health and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes to load and unload equipment
• Coordinate shipping methods and shipping arrangements; prepare bills of lading and other shipping documents manually or by computer
• Assist with the loading and unloading of goods from trucks or other conveyances
• Review and verify incoming goods against invoices or packing slips, record shortages, and document damaged goods
• Review returned equipment and assign units to the appropriate repair status and storage location
• Support customer rental orders, perform order entry, review orders for freight details, and verify all outbound shipments for accuracy
• Sustain and manage accurate parts and accessory (ACCY) inventory levels, perform procurement, consumption, and scrap recommendations, and ensure proper 6S segregation standards are met
• Partner with technicians to prepare work, facilitate the movement of equipment in and out of tech bays, and act as a supportive resource for equipment requests and inquiries
• Assemble containers and crates, pack goods to be shipped, and affix identifying information and shipping instructions
• Share in the administrative duties of the facility and support the team in the absence of the PMT Manager

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Experience with UPS Software, Bill of Ladings, LTL Carriers, and expediting shipments
• Greater than five years of experience in the Rental, Retail, or Related industry
• Forklift operation as well as rigging and securing loads
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and make decisions based on company policies and objectives
• Proactive problem-solving skills to handle conflicting goals and challenging situations

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree preferred
• Customer service experience in an industrial/rental environment
• Working knowledge of positioning equipment, welding applications, and equipment
• Attention to detail and solid organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and work independently with little supervision
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to work on multiple projects, meet deadlines, and creatively solve problems
• Adaptability to set and prioritize work with varying exceptions
• Ability to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit
• Parental leave
• Vacation, sick time, and floating holidays
• Jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave
• Paid holidays
• 401k plan with company matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement and discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents
• Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children
• Benefits start after 90 days of employment