Shipping Coordinator

Key Responsibilities:  

• Coordinate and manage all shipments of finished goods and raw materials, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery 

• Oversee Transportation Management System (TMS) operations to optimize freight costs and carrier efficiency 

• Process and maintain electronic transactions in JD Edwards/Oracle (Prism) system ensuring accurate inventory records 

• Supports warehouse operations and inventory control  

• *Participates in and/or coordinates regular cycle counts, investigating and resolving any discrepancies 

• *Provide monthly inventory and performance reporting to Management and Accounting 

• Process all shipping documentation including Bills of Lading, export documentation, and customs paperwork 

• Coordinate with carriers for scheduling and maintain strong vendor relationships 

• Communicate effectively with customers regarding shipment status and special requests 

• *Ensure adequate material stocking at production equipment and manage inventory levels 

• Ensure compliance with Food Safety policies and ISO standards 

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following all safety protocols 

• Other duties as assigned 

Education & Experience:     

• Experience in warehouse management systems a plus 

Required Skills: 

• Knowledge of warehouse management systems 

• Excellent organizational and time management skills 

• Excellent communication abilities 

• Customer service oriented 

• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain) 

• Mathematical skills for inventory counting 

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy 

• Strong problem-solving skills 

• Strong computer skills 

• Understanding of safety protocols 

• Ability to work overtime on short notice 

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment 

Additional Requirements:  

• Must be 18 years of age 

• Must pass pre-employment assessment  

• Drug screening required  

• Background check required  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:    

• Warehouse operations and procedures 

• Transportation and logistics management 

• Inventory control principles 

• Safety and quality standards 

• Export/import regulations 

• Software systems (TMS, Prism, FedEx/UPS) 

• Problem-solving 

• Time management 

• Computer proficiency 

• Documentation management 

• Communication and interpersonal skills 

• Multitask effectively 

• Work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities 

Physical Demands: The associate will work in warehouse but may be exposed to the manufacturing environment where hazards and requirements may include but are not limited to: 

• Must be able to lift and handle objects weighing up to 60 pounds  

• Capacity to stand and walk for extended periods  

• Ability to climb, twist, reach, and bend 

• Proficiency in grasping, pushing, pulling  

• Operating material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jacks) 

• Visual acuity to read documents and computer screens 

• Safe use of ladders and stairs 

• Ability to wear required PPE (hearing protection, steel-toe shoes, safety glasses) 

Travel Requirements: Travel is not required in this position.  

Work Conditions: The majority of tasks will be performed in a warehouse setting with interactions with manufacturing environment and potential exposure to:  

• Noise levels above 85 dB  

• Operation of material handling equipment 

• Solvents, fumes and inks 

• Variable Temperatures 

• Must be able to work flexible shifts  

• Work schedule is Monday - Friday; 40 hour day shift flex schedule.