Shipping Coordinator

Duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for accurate carton labels prior to loading cartons onto trucks.
• Responsible for loading the cartons in the correct trucks-UPS or FedEx.
• Oversee special handling cartons from Invoicing Department.
• Label order number, weight and dimensions accurately for every order.
• Knowledge of shipping practices and pricing.
• Responsible for supply inventory and communication with Customer Service Dept.
• Maintain the company’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• Operate scan gun and maintain inventory counts.
• Oversee Returns from Customers and direct to proper Departments.
• Assist UPS and/or FedEx drivers, as needed.
• Adhere to the Shipping Department daily closing procedures.
• Supports maintaining a safe working environment and focuses on safe work habits.
• Maintains a focus for self and team on continuous learning that will enhance skill sets and growth opportunities.

Skills

• Exceptional customer service capabilities
• Excellent sense and focus on safety
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Good verbal and written skills
• Possess analytical thinking and problem solving skills
• Impeccable time-management and organizational skills

Qualifications

• A high school diploma and/or equivalent experience
• Must have the ability to complete work assignments, which on occasion, extend past 5pm
• Computer skills desired for operating warehouse management system (WMS)
• 1-2 years of warehouse/shipping experience, preferred
• Must be able to interpret shipping information
• Must have the ability to meet warehouse deadlines

Physical requirements

• Sitting, Standing, Walking
• Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling)
• Good eye-hand coordination and sense of balance
• Exposure to varied temperatures within warehouse environment
• Work inside and outside; work around machinery with moving parts and vehicles
• Carrying, pushing, pulling boxes and items; up to 75-100 lbs, at times.