Shipping Coordinator

Job Summary:

The Shipping Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and executing all outbound shipment activities through the company system to ensure accurate, efficient, and timely delivery of customer orders.

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• Prepare shipping documentation and process orders.
• Coordinate the preparation and organization of bills of lading, packing slips, invoices, and required export licenses or compliance documents.
• Utilize ERP or other systems to record and track all shipping transactions.
• Troubleshoot shipping delays or changes with carriers and communicate to customers.
• Ensure shipping protocols and documentation meet regulatory requirements for hazardous materials (DOT/HAZMAT) or special handling.
• Investigate and resolve shipping non-conformance.
• Operate the forklift truck/picker or use the hand truck to pick and transport parts and shipments.
• Maintain all warehouse equipment and shipping systems (Fed Ex, UPS, GP, WMS) in proper working order and perform routine maintenance as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Ability to apply concepts of algebra.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents.
• Define problems and troubleshoot situations using strong conceptual thinking abilities.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment and mechanical equipment and tools.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of related experience.
• DOT Hazmat Transportation training required.
• Knowledge and experience of Microsoft Office Systems.
• Working knowledge of MRP or similar software programs.
• Ability to operate Fed Ex, UPS, and LTL online portals.
• Experience with the use of forklift trucks and/or pickers. Forklift certification is preferred.

The physical demands described are representative of those that an employee must successfully perform. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35-50 pounds. Charles Industries weight rule: 35 lbs. and under can be lifted alone. 35 - 50 lbs. can be lifted by one person if they feel comfortable doing so. 50 lbs. or more requires the employee to get assistance or use a lifting device (e.g., pallet jack, forklift, scissor table, buddy system).

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles. Noise level is usually moderate to loud.
• Safety shoes/boots are required.