Shipping Coordinator

We are a leading manufacturer specializing in the design and production of forged freight car brake parts, along with other critical truck components. Our commitment to innovation and quality enables us to deliver customized forgings that meet the unique needs of our clients. As our company evolves, we continue to invest in our people and processes to produce outstanding products and services.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Schaefer Equipment group/division, you will be responsible for coordinating daily shipping and receiving activities, reviewing pick sheets and shipping documentation, ensuring orders are prepared and loaded accurately, supporting inventory accuracy through cycle counts and audits, coordinating delivery requirements, and maintaining the efficient flow of inbound and outbound materials. This position reports directly to the Shipping Supervisor.

What do we want to know about you?

• HS Diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience with shipping and receiving.

What will your typical day look like?

• Run pick sheets to determine product availability and accurately process customer orders.
• Review and prepare shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, pick slips, and other shipping documentation to meet customer and scheduling requirements.
• Coordinate shipping priorities, work assignments, routing, and shipping methods to ensure on-time delivery.
• Ensure materials, equipment, and inventory are properly staged and maintained to support customer demand and operational efficiency.
• Oversee inbound and outbound shipping activities, including receiving, storing, and loading materials.
• Contact Customer Service Representatives, vendors, and suppliers as needed to resolve shipping, delivery, or documentation discrepancies.
• Package products according to customer specifications and maintain accurate labeling and counts on all shipments.
• Utilize Oracle ERP to locate inventory, process material movements, and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment to load, unload, and transport materials safely.
• Determine truck routing and ensure compliance with legal load limits and transportation requirements.
• Perform dock audits of outgoing freight and conduct cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Complete and submit required shipping and receiving paperwork in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What about the physical demands of the job?

• Ability to regularly lift and /or move up to 65 pounds.
• Must be able to work safely in a heavy manufacturing work environment.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (Example: safety glasses, gloves, earplugs and steel-toed boots)
• Walking, climbing, stooping, bending, lifting, and using hand tools

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen and fitness for duty test.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The hourly rate for this role is currently $22-24. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at  Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

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