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Shipping Freight Coordinator

Arlington Heights, ILOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)$18–$20 /hrPosted 10 days ago

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Required skills

  • shipping
  • freight
  • bills of lading
  • manifests
  • air bills
  • shipping software
  • scanners
  • record-management systems
  • carrier pickups
  • inventory records

Nice to have

  • manufacturing
  • distribution
  • Microsoft Office
  • packing
  • cycle counts

Role summary

The Shipping Freight Coordinator is responsible for supporting daily shipping operations by preparing necessary freight documents, coordinating carrier pickups, and ensuring accurate inventory and shipping records. This role involves processing orders using shipping software, verifying shipment details, and assisting with warehouse tasks. The position requires basic computer and data-entry skills, the ability to operate shipping systems, and strong organizational and attention-to-detail abilities. Experience in shipping, warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution is preferred, along with the ability to operate forklifts and pallet jacks.

Position Summary

The Shipping Freight Coordinator supports daily shipping activities by preparing freight documents, coordinating pickups, and helping maintain accurate inventory.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare bills of lading, manifests, air bills, and other shipping documents.
  • Process and enter shipping orders using shipping software and computer systems.
  • Print shipping reports and respond to shipment questions.
  • Schedule carrier pickups.
  • Verify materials, quantities, labels, packing slips, and special shipping instructions.
  • Assist with moving materials to the dock or small-package area using a forklift or pallet jack.
  • Help with packing, stockroom tasks, and cycle counts.
  • Maintain accurate inventory and shipping records.
  • Perform other related warehouse and shipping duties as needed.

Shift hours: Monday – Friday, 8am – 4:30pm

Skills & Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • 1–2 years of experience in shipping, warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution preferred.
  • Basic computer and data-entry skills; Microsoft Office experience preferred.
  • Ability to use shipping software, scanners, and record-management systems.
  • Good communication, organization, and attention-to-detail skills.
  • Basic math and inventory-counting skills.
  • Ability to safely operate or be trained to operate forklifts and pallet jacks.
  • Ability to lift 25–60 pounds and work in an active warehouse environment.

Benefits and Perks

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Paid Time Off & Paid Leave
  • 10 Paid Holidays per year
  • Discretionary Quarterly Company Bonus
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Care
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan and company match!
  • Service Anniversary Awards
  • Summer picnics and end of year holiday celebrations
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Company Discounts and more!

EEO - Minority/female/male/disability/veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.

Indefinite U.S. work authorization individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available. Local applicants only.

Hourly pay rate for this ranges from $18.00 to $20.00. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

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