Production Logistics Coordinator

At Dearing Compressor & Pump, we are proud to be your trusted Industrial Products Supplier and an authorized Gardner Denver distributor since 1945. We provide cutting‑edge compressed air, vacuum, and pumping solutions, serving a wide range of industrial clients with precision, expertise, and integrity.

The Production Logistics Coordinator oversees the inbound movement of major material components to production for the packaging business, as well as the outbound movement, including routing and shipment releases, of completed packages to customers. This position supervises and coordinates a team of truck drivers and miscellaneous load packers. The role requires working closely with sales, supply chain, and quality control and plays a key role in managing customer satisfaction.

• Align logistics plans with production timelines to support on‑time delivery
• Maintain and communicate daily schedule for freight handlers and packers
• Coordinate and supervise inbound and outbound loading/ unloading conflicts
• Expedite and plan shipment of major components with vendors
• Manage traffic, routing, and placement of inbound loads
• Receive, label, and stage major components and report to accounting as required
• Provide outbound freight quotes to customers
• Manage outbound shipment process with customers and Dearing sales reps, including bill‑to, all oversize load documentation, load arrangement, bills of lading, permits, and communication with freight carriers and customers
• Oversee pre‑tear‑down inspections with assembly team leaders
• Maintain accurate documentation and status updates for all shipments
• Oversee pre‑load duties such as crate packing, labeling, documentation and photographs
• Partner with the warehouse team to track materials requiring post‑processing or special handling

This job has supervisory responsibilities for freight handlers and miscellaneous load packers.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s Degree; two to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Ability to read and interpret documents such as engineering specifications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers, vendors, and employees.

• Adept knowledge of modes of transportation
• Analytical—uses intuition and experience to complement data; gathers and analyzes information skillfully
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Ability to think on your feet in a fast‑paced environment
• Proficient in all Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Teamwork—supports everyone’s efforts to succeed
• Ability to multi‑task and think outside the “BOX”

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Knowledge of project management software, spreadsheet software, and word processing software.

Read computer monitor and written documentation; require bending, standing, and reaching; sit for long periods of time; may lift and/or move at least 15 pounds.

The work environment described here is representative of those an employee encounters while working at Dearing Compressor. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The exposure in the office areas is typical and plant operations areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as steel‑toed shoes, safety glasses with side shields, and hearing protection.

In the plant area, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts. Temperature of manufacturing work area may be affected by outside temperatures and machining operations. The employee is occasionally exposed to odors, airborne particles, and vibration. The noise level in the manufacturing area is usually loud; the noise level in the office is usually quiet. During occasional trips into the field, there may be other exposures beyond those stated due to field conditions.

• Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Long and Short‑Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Competitive Salary