Shipping & Receiving Coordinator
About the Role
The Shipping and Receiving Coordinator is responsible for handling all incoming and outgoing shipments of goods and materials. This role ensures accurate documentation, compliance with shipping regulations, proper inventory tracking, and efficient workflow between departments, vendors, and customers.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate all inbound and outbound shipments to meet delivery schedules.
- Verify and inspect incoming shipments for accuracy and damage.
- Prepare shipping documents such as bills of lading, packing slips, and labels.
- Maintain accurate records of all shipping and receiving transactions.
- Organize and stage shipments for pickup or delivery.
- Work with freight carriers and schedule transportation as needed.
- Maintain and update inventory control systems and warehouse databases.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company procedures.
- Resolve discrepancies or issues with shipments in collaboration with vendors and internal departments.
- Support warehouse staff in loading/unloading, packaging, and material handling.
- Perform cycle counts and assist with periodic physical inventory.
- Participate in Process Improvement projects when necessary.
- Work in a team environment, teach and coach others in shipping and receiving techniques, software, and best practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or minimum of five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 2+ years of experience in shipping and receiving or warehouse operations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and inventory management systems.
- Knowledge of freight/logistics terms and shipping regulations (domestic and international).
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Forklift certification preferred.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Must be able to move and/or lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Frequently standing, walking, and sitting.
- Frequently required to use hands to finger, feel, reach, or handle machinery.
- Frequently bend, stoop, and reach.
- Visual acuity required.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Moderate working conditions.
- Exposure to variable noise levels.
- Often exposed to moving mechanical parts.
Benefits
- Generous Day 1 eligibility healthcare & life insurance for you and qualified dependents.
- 401K Retirement matching reimbursement.
- Vacation & Paid Sick Leave (PSL).
- Paid Holidays.
- Performance Bonus.
- And much more!
About SIG
SIG is a leading provider of packaging systems and solutions. We work in partnership with our customers to bring food products to consumers around the world in a safe, sustainable, and affordable way. We are the only packaging system supplier covering carton, pouch, and bag-in-box. Our versatile technology and product innovation capacity enable us to deliver better for customers, for consumers, and for the world. Sustainability guides us, technology empowers us, but it’s the passion and drive of our people that truly enable us to deliver better.
Founded in 1853, SIG is headquartered in Neuhausen, Switzerland, and listed at the SIX Swiss Exchange.