Logistics Coordinator

We are looking for a Logistics Coordinator to join a busy manufacturing operation. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone who thrives in a deadline-driven setting and can keep shipping activities accurate, organized, and on schedule. The person in this role will help manage order flow, transportation paperwork, and outbound load coordination while working closely with warehouse teams, carriers, and customers. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, sound communication skills, and the ability to balance multiple priorities each day.

Responsibilities:
• Enter customer orders into internal systems and confirm that order details are recorded correctly for fulfillment.
• Review product pricing for accuracy and address any discrepancies before shipments are processed.
• Build and update outbound shipment schedules to support timely delivery commitments.
• Partner with warehouse staff to coordinate loading activity and keep shipments moving according to plan.
• Produce shipping labels, packing documentation, and other required paperwork for outgoing orders.
• Prepare transportation documents such as bills of lading and packing slips with a high level of accuracy.
• Maintain complete shipping records and verify that documentation aligns with customer and carrier requirements.
• Communicate with carriers, drivers, customers, and cross-functional teams to provide shipment updates and resolve issues.
• Track daily shipping activity, identify delays or documentation problems, and support corrective action when needed.
• Contribute to process improvements and assist with additional logistics and administrative tasks as business needs require.• High school diploma required; an associate degree is preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in logistics, shipping, transportation, customer service, or manufacturing support is preferred.
• Background in order entry and shipment coordination within a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with bills of lading, shipping paperwork, and standard transportation procedures.
• Strong computer proficiency with accurate data entry skills.
• Experience using order processing or enterprise systems is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent organization, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.