Logistics Coordinator - 1st Shift

Butterball Farms, Inc.•Grand Rapids, MI

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Join a Mission That Matters – Enrich Lives with Butterball® Farms At Butterball® Farms, we’re more than a butter manufacturer — we’re a company built on purpose. For over 60 years, we’ve partnered with some of the world’s leading food brands to create innovative, value-added butter products that bring flavor and quality to millions of tables. But our impact goes beyond what we make — our mission is simple: to Enrich Lives, inside and outside our walls. Recognized as one of West Michigan’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For, Butterball Farms is a place where people grow, ideas thrive, and collaboration drives excellence. Here, we think like a team — working together to bring out the best in one another, celebrate progress, and keep raising the bar. As our business evolves, new people and ideas strengthen our foundation, helping us continue to deliver excellence. What We Offer At Butterball® Farms, we believe our team members are our greatest investment — that’s why we offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package designed to support your growth and well-being, both at work and beyond. Opportunities for Growth & Advancement Build your career in an environment that encourages development, accountability, and internal promotion. High-Performance Culture Join a workplace where we challenge each other to grow, think differently, and deliver our best — every shift, every day. Inclusive & Supportive Environment We celebrate diversity, inclusion, and mutual respect. Every voice matters. Competitive Pay & Shift Premiums Additional premiums for 2nd and 3rd shift roles. Comprehensive Benefits Plan Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, and Accident Insurance. Paid Time Off & Holidays Because rest and balance make us stronger. 401(k) with Company Match Invest in your future while you help us build ours. Tuition Reimbursement & Continuous Learning Grow your career with educational support. Community Connection Access The Source for resources, financial counseling, and family services — supporting the whole you. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Confidential support for personal, family, or work-related matters.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Previous experience in shipping, receiving, or logistics coordination preferred
Experience in creating shipping documentation (bills of lading, packing lists, pick tickets)
Ability to coordinate and communicate effectively with freight carriers
Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills
Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Basic computer skills and ability to learn internal systems
Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Willingness to assist with physical tasks related to shipping and receiving when needed
Equivalent combinations of education and experience that demonstrate the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered on an individual basis.

Responsibilities

Assist shipping and receiving employees in daily operations
Create and maintain bills of lading, packing lists, and pick tickets
Generate transfer orders for shipment
Schedule LTL orders and coordinate freight pickups and deliveries
Receive and process incoming materials accurately and timely
Coordinate shipments and deliveries with freight carriers
Maintain accurate shipping and receiving documentation
Work with Purchasing and Production to plan adequate storage space for incoming materials
Maintain organized files to ensure compliance with customer requirements and audit standards
Partner with the Dock Supervisor to address issues within the Shipping and Receiving department
Troubleshoot shipping issues and customer complaints, working toward effective resolution
Assist with loading and unloading materials as needed
Maintain and organize warehouse inventory
Support continuous improvement efforts within logistics and warehouse operations