Shipping Coordinator

 The Shipping Coordinator will directly manage all outbound shipping requests for goods and supplies to be used in or to aid in the production and storage of goods destined for sale to our customer base. This includes domestic and international shipment support, coordinating with third-party carriers, training and documenting all shipping related tasks. 

Key Responsibilities and Duties:  

• Responsible for making arrangements for pick-up by the carrier specified on the customer's purchase order shipping instructions 
• Pack correct product stated on pick ticket and ensure proper counts 
• Report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor 
• Responsible for keeping an adequate supply of shipping materials on hand at all times 
• Forward requisitions for shipping materials to the supervisor for approval 
• Responsible for contacting freight carriers for shipments 
• Responsible for handling hazardous material and preparing shipping documentation and packaging requirements 
• Train other employees in essential shipping tasks 
• Provide packaging recommendations for new products/kits or to improve current packaging standards 
• Prepare export documents for customs clearance 
• Maintain guidelines and standards for proper shipping methods 
• Utilize department filing system to maintain all shipped freight logs and signed bills of lading 
• Handle other special projects and requests as needed 
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required; AA degree preferred 
• 2 years of factory-related experience in shipping and receiving 
• Ability to interpret packing slips and enter correct information into the purchase order and processing database 
• Ability to fill out bills of lading and be familiar with various forms required by major freight carriers 
• Capable of estimating weight and calculating the cost of shipping 
• Familiar with proper packaging methods and able to interpret visual aids used to convey packaging requirements 
• Must be familiar with the most common material handling equipment and be a licensed forklift truck operator 
• Experience with UPS/FedEx/OHL online software is desirable 
• Data entry experience 
• Production and customer service experience preferred 
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required