Logistics & Production Coordinator

Vital Farms • Springfield, MO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Vital Farms is seeking a meticulous and organized Logistics & Production Coordinator to join their team. This role is crucial for ensuring smooth operations by managing logistics, tracking numbers, and ensuring accuracy in shipments and inventory. The ideal candidate will be sharp with spreadsheets, detail-oriented, and passionate about ethically sourced food. This position plays a key part in the logistics and production team, working closely with internal teams and logistics partners to maintain efficient operations using ERP systems and Excel.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in logistics, production planning, or a related operations role
• Strong MS Office skills—especially in Excel
• Proficient working in ERP systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to tailor messages for different audiences
• Dedicated team player
• Ability to act like an owner and take pride in the company
• Ability to hold oneself to high standards and strive for personal and professional growth
• Ability to understand different perspectives and collaborate effectively
• Willingness to speak up when opportunities for improvement are identified

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a fast-paced or food manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

• Prepare all Bills of Lading (BOLs) and pallet documentation for outbound shipments
• Welcome truck drivers, check them in, and assign them to the correct dock door
• Communicate dock door assignments to the SRW team to ensure timely and friendly service
• Track and communicate daily shipping updates—short ships, mis-ships, and complete ships
• Plan and monitor all incoming and outgoing shipments to support on-time performance
• Reconcile daily outbound shipment totals and support inventory accuracy
• Use Excel and ERP tools to track data, identify trends, and support decision-making
• Assist with weekly production scheduling, ensuring alignment between production and logistics
• Partner with the broader team on inventory reconciliation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Take ownership—identify opportunities to improve processes, eliminate waste, and deliver exceptional service

Benefits

• Holiday pay
• Healthcare offered/starting the first day of the month following your start! (medical, vision, dental and life)
• 401K with a 3% company contribution starting day one!
• Paid Time Off with your first paycheck!
• Free Eggs
• Biweekly Crew Lunches
• Crew snacks
• Fun team swag

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed