Warehouse Coordinator

About the role

Warehouse Coordinators verify data and maintain records on incoming and outgoing shipments, kit assembly, and inventory management. Warehouse clerks prepare items for shipment by wrapping and packaging products to prevent damage. Specialists select appropriate packaging materials to protect product integrity while optimizing size and weight for transportation method, export regulations, and customer and carrier requirements.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes forklift, pallet jacks, dolly, and other material handling equipment to transport materials; may operate overhead or jib crane (Forklift certification upon employment is required)
• Verifies equipment is operating correctly and safely; performs basic troubleshooting and maintenance as appropriate
• Receives, unwraps, inspects, and stores incoming materials; responsible for accurately recording counts, weights, condition, and storage locations for received items
• Documents discrepancies and damage; corresponds with suppliers and procurement & accounting as needed to resolve damage and shortage issues
• Packages products to protect from damage during transportation and storage; examines shipments to ensure they meet customer requirements and comply with carrier requirements, export regulations and customs documentation & compliance
• Ensures shipping documents are accurate and complete, and that all packages are adequately labeled