Immediate Opening for Shipping Coordinator - $15 + plus DOE an hour 15 week contract and then temp to hire!
Hours: 1st shift hours
Description:
GENERAL PURPOSE
The Shipping Coordinator ships materials and maintains an accurate and organized shipping log.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinates all aspects of shipping & receiving and freight permits for the company including product, samples and any other items to be shipped or received.
- Confirms physical shipment of all outbound shipments and maintains a daily shipping log.
- Coordinates with carriers and freight forwarders to schedule pick up of goods.
- Prepares accurate Packing List for inbound/outbound freight
- Verifies information listed on the packing list matches the materials being shipped. Identifies any errors and corrects them.
- Prepares accurate bills of lading for inbound/outbound freight.
- Ensures the accuracy of all shipping documents.
- Work in a collaborative manner with other departments on freight matters.
- Gathers freight quotes (domestic and international) in a timely and efficient manner to ensure pricing optimization
- Communicate with Vendors and Customers professionally regarding freight matters.
- Follow through and track all inbound and outbound shipments insuring a seamless on-time arrival.
- Quickly and effectively resolve any issues with delayed shipments.
- Small package shipping station.
- All other duties as assigned by Shipping Manager.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent.
Requires basic addition, multiplication and division skills to calculate product counts.
Experience Working knowledge of inbound/outbound shipping procedures acquired through 2+ years of shipping experience in Small Package and Freight.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Computer skills needed: Strong technical skills in Microsoft Office -Outlook, Word & Excel
Ability to read, understands, and communicates in English.
Strong organizational and communication skills with meticulous attention to detail.
Ability to handle multiple interactions simultaneously, meets deadlines consistently and quickly re-prioritizes workload when needed.
Proficiency with all forms of shipping paperwork: BOL’s, Commercial Invoices, packing list, etc.
Must pass Company issued math test.
Certification or License Department cGMP and SOP requirements