The Warehouse & Logistics Coordinator I is responsible for day-to-day warehouse operations, including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory management. Additional responsibilities include making deliveries, answering phone calls, responding to email inquiries, and maintaining a safe and clean work area. The role requires a solid understanding of warehousing, distribution, and logistics, with an emphasis on learning, initiative, and effective communication with colleagues, vendors, and international counterparts.



Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound delivery and receiving of shipments.
• Unload freight trucks.
• Retrieve pallets and stored products and equipment.
• Label products and packages.
• Pull and deliver inventory items.
• Monitor the ticketing system for pick requests.
• Operate forklift.
• Enter shipping data using appropriate scales, computer systems, forms, and measurements.
• Prepare and pack shipments according to shipping guidelines and customer requirements.
• Conduct cycle counts and audits to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Monitor and manage stock levels to ensure timely restocking and prevent stockouts.
• Resolve discrepancies in shipments, inventory, or orders.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Scope

• Staff supervision and development: No
• Decision making: n/a
• Travel: Up to 5%
• Flex Designation: In Office

The anticipated rate for this position is $20.00 per hour depending on location, knowledge, skills, education and experience. Associates can accrue paid sick time up to 64 hours per year unless otherwise required by law. The Company observes 100 hours of paid holiday time.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Minimum High School or GED High school diploma or equivalent required.

Years of Experience

• 2 Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) required
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) or warehouse management software (WMS) preferred

Skills

• Knowledge of inventory management systems and logistics workflows.
• Ability to follow instructions, both written and verbal.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and managing time effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Maintain a positive attitude and work ethic.
• Well organized.
• Forklift certification.

Physical Requirements
Corporate - In Office - General office environment requiring ability to: *Stand, walk, sit for extended periods of time. *Speak and listen to others in person and over the phone and video conferencing. *Use keyboard and read from computer screen and reports. *The ability to lift up to 15 lbs.



Safety
Must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices, without endangering the health or safety of self or others.

About Harbor Freight Tools

We’re a 45 year-old, $8 billion national tool retailer with the energy, enthusiasm, and growth potential of a start-up. We have over 1,600 stores in 48 states across the country and are opening several new locations every week. We offer our customers more than 7,000 tools and accessories, from hand tools and generators to air and power tools, from shop equipment to automotive tools. We provide our customers with the right tool for the right job at the right price, always delivering quality and value.