Administrative Specialist - Shipping & Receiving

Role: Administrative Specialist (Shipping & Receiving, Dispatch, Office)
Work Address: 720 West Juniper Street, Connell, WA 99326
Pay Rate: $17.55/hr base + shift differential = $19.25/hr total (with pay increase opportunity upon permanent hire)
Schedule: Friday–Tuesday (Wednesday & Thursday off – “weekend”)
Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Employment Type: Temp (ASAP through end of September) with potential temp-to-hire conversion for strong performers
Parking: Free onsite (not near public transit)

We are hiring an Administrative Specialist to support high-volume shipping, receiving, dispatch, and warehouse office operations in Connell, WA. This is a fast-paced role working directly alongside a busy distribution dock handling heavy truck traffic (up to 100 trucks daily).

This position requires strong attention to detail, excellent data entry skills, and the ability to stay organized in a high-volume, time-sensitive environment. Candidates must be comfortable working in a warehouse-adjacent office setting with frequent interaction with carriers, drivers, and internal teams.

• Support shipping, receiving, dispatch, and administrative warehouse functions
• Enter, verify, and maintain accurate shipping and inventory data
• Communicate with carriers regarding shipment details and scheduling
• Verify shipment information, orders, and documentation for accuracy
• Resolve discrepancies in shipping or inventory records
• Maintain accurate records of inbound and outbound freight
• Answer high-volume phone calls from carriers and customers
• Coordinate daily shipping schedules with warehouse operations
• Support dock operations in a fast-paced environment with heavy traffic
• Perform general office and warehouse administrative support tasks
• Ensure compliance with safety and documentation procedures
• Other duties as assigned

• Körber Warehouse Management System experience is REQUIRED (also known as HighJump or Accellos experience is acceptable)
• 1+ year of office, logistics, warehouse, or administrative experience preferred
• Strong data entry and accuracy skills
• Customer service and phone communication experience required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Basic computer proficiency (data systems, email, Excel preferred)

• Office is connected to active warehouse dock (dust and noise present)
• Must be comfortable in a high-traffic logistics environment
• Ability to follow safety protocols and wear PPE when required
• Must wear closed-toe shoes and long pants (no tank tops or inappropriate graphics)
• PPE provided when working in warehouse areas

• Friday–Tuesday schedule (Wednesday/Thursday off)
• Evening shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
• Must be able to work independently on weekends after initial training period

• Temporary assignment through end of September with potential for permanent hire
• Pay increase possible upon conversion to permanent employee
• Onsite interviews required (no virtual interviews)
• Screens may allow “start pending” on a case-by-case basis
• Körber system experience is a hard requirement

• Competitive hourly pay with shift differential
• Opportunity for temp-to-hire conversion
• Hands-on logistics office experience in a high-volume distribution environment
• Exposure to advanced warehouse systems and operations