What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping Coordinator position at Gordon, Inc.?
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Job Summary: The Shipping Coordinator will ship items in the system and, when necessary, assist in the Warehouse.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Replaces damaged items and shortages or obtains credit by informing shipper and transporter of damage or shortage; returning damaged items; requesting new items or credit for shortages.
- Prepares shipments by assembling, packing, protecting, and labeling containers.
- Determines method of shipment by examining items to be shipped, destination, route, rate, and time of shipment.
- Ships items by verifying identifying information and quantity and condition of items; loading and protecting items.
- Documents items shipped by recording identifying information of items and transport information.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Generate freight quotes for sales team.
- Verifies quantities shipped versus quantities on sales orders.
- Assembles shipping packet to include packing list, bill of lading, and labels to ensure freight arrives at its destination.
- Performs other clerical duties, as necessary.
REQUIRED SKILLS & CAPABILITIES:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Customer service skills that display empathy for both internal and external customers
- Excellent organizational skills with emphasis and attention to detail
- Thorough understanding of Warehouse procedures and policies
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects
- 2 years of logistics experience
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Capable of accessing all areas of the facility
- Must be able to access a variety of spaces and shelving units by stretching, squatting, and reaching.
- Must be able to work in cold and hot temperatures in the Warehouse.