Shipping Coordinator

Shipping Coordinator – Direct Hire Opportunity with Superior Skilled Trades

📍 Location: Hartland, WI

Summary

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an experienced Shipping Coordinator for a full-time direct hire opportunity in Hartland, WI. The ideal candidate will play a key role in maintaining efficient and accurate operations across shipping, receiving, inventory control, and scheduling functions—while upholding strong safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shipping and receiving activities to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant processing of all orders.

• Enter and track receiving information in the ERP system to maintain up-to-date inventory records.

• Prioritize and assign daily shipping tasks, coordinating workflow and verifying accuracy.

• Communicate proactively with customer service regarding potential shipment delays or shortages.

• Collaborate with internal departments to align production schedules, quality requirements, and shipping logistics.

• Maintain and organize warehouse zones and shipping documentation.

• Conduct weekly inventory checks (Kan-Ban/VMI and MTO) to confirm accuracy and resolve discrepancies.

• Coordinate daily packing plans and prepare schedules for upcoming shipments.

• Determine optimal packaging and transportation methods based on order requirements.

• Promote safe work practices, train team members, and foster a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.

• Support other shipping departments as needed and perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; degree or certification in logistics or supply chain preferred.

• 5+ years of experience in shipping, warehouse coordination, or logistics.

• Proven ability to lead or coordinate daily activities in a shipping environment.

• Strong understanding of freight coordination, vendor relations, and shipping compliance standards.

• Proficient in ERP systems and inventory management.

• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Able to multitask and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Regular standing, walking, and manual handling throughout the workday.

• Frequent lifting of 10–60 lbs and pushing/pulling of pallet jacks or similar equipment (up to 100 lbs).

• Ability to bend, stoop, and reach overhead as needed.

• Must use appropriate PPE including safety footwear, eyewear, and hearing protection.

Work Environment

Primarily warehouse-based with varying temperatures and noise levels. May require limited outdoor exposure during loading and unloading.

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