Warehouse Coordinator

About the role

As a Warehouse Coordinator, you will play an important role in managing inbound and outbound loads and materials through our inventory tracking system (SAP), coordinating dock and yard space usage, and supporting warehouse operations at our Wayland, MI, facility, a manufacturer of high-quality non-dairy creamer.

Responsibilities

• Affords assistance in coordinating daily activities of workers engaged in receiving, shipping, loading, unloading, transporting, materials handling, order filling, and maintaining stock in a warehouse.
• Compares identifying information (e.g., counts, weights) of incoming and outgoing shipments against bills of lading, invoices, packing lists, orders, or other records.
• Records and reports shortages, overages, and damages in shipments, and works with other departments to resolve any discrepancies as well as examines outgoing shipments to ensure they meet specifications and shipping requirements.
• Maintains oversight of work levels on docks and within the warehouse to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Collaborates to coordinate the use of dock and yard space to optimize warehouse operations and ensure a smooth flow of goods.
• Supports hourly warehouse team members including training employees on proper procedures for safety, quality control, equipment usage, and productivity improvement.

Requirements

• One to three years of experience in logistics, supply chain or related fields, preferably within the food industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, inventory management systems and/or SAP.
• Knowledge of material handling equipment such as forklifts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration with team members and suppliers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.

Skills

• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Inventory management systems and/or SAP knowledge.
• Forklift operation knowledge.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Effective communication skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive paid time off opportunities, including immediate access to two weeks of vacation (increasing to three weeks after just three years of service), five sick days, two emergency days, parental leave and 11 company holidays (including two floating holidays).
• Leadership support for accelerated career growth, including paid training, tuition reimbursement and a robust educational platform – DevelopU – with more than 10,000 free courses to support you along the way.
• Inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of professionals.
• Opportunities to build on our team-oriented culture, such as joining one of our Employee Resource Groups.
• Access to our wellness and employee assistance programs.

Pay

Competitive compensation and benefits program with no waiting period – you’re eligible from your first day!

Schedule

This full-time, on-site role is on first shift.