Shipping Coordinator - 1st Shift (8:30AM-5:00PM, Monday-Friday)

Techmer Career•Batavia, IL

8h•$20•Onsite

About The Position

We are Techmer PM — the world’s foremost materials design firm, creating custom polymers that make up essential products. Through our long-standing partnerships with processors, original equipment manufacturers, and product designers, we’ve worked for decades to tackle manufacturing and business challenges through sustainable, future-minded solutions. We are currently seeking a Shipping Coordinator for our Batavia, Illinois facility. This position will be on the 1st shift which is 8:30AM-5:00PM, Monday through Friday. Pay rate is $20.00/hr and up, depending upon experience. Benefits include: Eligible for medical benefits on your first day! High deductible health plan offering that includes up to $1,000 towards your Health Savings Account (HSA) per year. Free Teledoc membership included when you enroll in medical benefits. Employee Assistance Program which includes 5 free counseling sessions per year and access to free legal guidance 401(k) with 6% company match. You are 100% vested from Day 1 of contribution Free investment consultative services for your 401(k) plan. Company paid disability and life insurance 10 vacation days per year (pro-rated your first year) 10 company-paid holidays 2 weeks of parental leave Tuition reimbursement with up to a $20,000 lifetime maximum Annual salary reviews and bonus opportunities Shift differential for hourly employees working 2nd and 3rd shift Hourly employees are paid weekly; salary employees are paid biweekly Job Purpose: Shipping Coordinators are logistics experts responsible for managing shipments in a warehouse. They make sure orders are delivered in a timely manner by identifying carriers, approving invoices, following timetables, collaborating with customer service representatives, suppliers, and business partners, and maintaining shipping records.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and concisely.
Attention to detail and good reasoning skills to spot errors quickly and report them to relevant staff.
Customer-oriented mindset and excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational skills.
Proficiency with industry-standard computer packages such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook.
High school diploma or GED
Ability to lift 55 lbs.
Ability to exhibit math and literacy skills, attention to detail, and computer competencies.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask
Ability to drive a sit down and stand up forklift

Responsibilities

Follow all safety and company policies established.
Responsible for housekeeping and 6S in assigned workspace.
Managing the relationships between shipping merchants and traders.
Liaising between clients and shipping companies to resolve any complaints.
Preparing/maintaining shipping quotes for customers and reports for the AP Invoicing Team
Coordinating warehouse staff to enable effective land-based product shipping.
Reviewing shipments and processing changes, returns and cancellations.
Determining the most efficient methods of shipping and routes for courier services
Scheduling loads and processing shipping paperwork.
Other duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

Eligible for medical benefits on your first day!
High deductible health plan offering that includes up to $1,000 towards your Health Savings Account (HSA) per year.
Free Teledoc membership included when you enroll in medical benefits.
Employee Assistance Program which includes 5 free counseling sessions per year and access to free legal guidance
401(k) with 6% company match. You are 100% vested from Day 1 of contribution
Free investment consultative services for your 401(k) plan.
Company paid disability and life insurance
10 vacation days per year (pro-rated your first year)
10 company-paid holidays
2 weeks of parental leave
Tuition reimbursement with up to a $20,000 lifetime maximum
Annual salary reviews and bonus opportunities
Shift differential for hourly employees working 2nd and 3rd shift
Hourly employees are paid weekly; salary employees are paid biweekly