Shipping Coordinator – Manufacturing/Distribution Environment

Job Summary

The Shipping Coordinator supports daily outbound logistics for a busy industrial operation, ensuring all shipments are prepared accurately, documented properly, and moved on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily shipping activities through major carriers (FedEx, UPS) and freight forwarders

• Prepare shipping documentation, export paperwork, and compliance-related forms

• Confirm packaged orders, including box counts, dimensions, and weights

• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure timely pickups and deliveries

• Perform consistent follow-up via email to track shipments and resolve delays

• Maintain organized communication using Outlook for high-volume email correspondence

• Update internal systems with shipment details and status changes

• Support general logistics, export, and compliance processes as needed

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Proficiency with Outlook and email-heavy workflows

• Experience with shipping carriers, freight forwarding, or logistics coordination

• Familiarity with export documentation and compliance is a plus

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Schedule & Compensation

• Hours: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM or 10:00 AM–6:00 PM

• Pay: $23–$25 per hour