Shipping & Logistics Coordinator

Bekum Group • Williamston, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for preparing, packaging, documenting, and coordinating domestic and international shipments while ensuring compliance with company quality, safety, and customer requirements. This position plays a key role in supporting production schedules and customer satisfaction through efficient shipping operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Working knowledge of shipping and carrier systems, including UPS WorldShip and FedEx shipping platforms.
• Basic computer skills, including data entry and use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret shipping documents, work instructions, and safety procedures.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and material handling equipment.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) or more years of experience in shipping, warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, or related operations preferred.
• Experience with domestic and international shipping processes is preferred.
• Experience operating forklifts or other material handling equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pick, stage, package, and prepare materials, parts, and products for shipment according to production schedules and customer requirements.
• Review work orders, shipping notices, bills of lading, packing slips, invoices, and related documentation to prioritize and coordinate shipments.
• Verify quantities, weights, dimensions, and part numbers to ensure shipment accuracy.
• Determine appropriate shipping methods and carriers based on destination, customer requirements, cost, and delivery timelines.
• Process domestic and international shipments using shipping software, including UPS WorldShip, FedEx Ship Manager, and other carrier systems as required.
• Generate and apply shipping labels, packing slips, customs documentation, and related shipping records.
• Package products using appropriate materials and methods to ensure safe transport and delivery.
• Build, assemble, and repair shipping crates, pallets, and other shipping containers using wood and related materials.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Load, unload, move, and stage materials throughout the facility and shipping areas.
• Inspect outgoing shipments to ensure proper packaging, labeling, and compliance with customer and company requirements.
• Provide support and cross-functional coverage for shipping, receiving, inventory, and warehouse operations as needed.
• Maintain accurate shipping records and documentation in company systems.
• Follow all company safety policies, quality standards, and operating procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and scope of the position.

Benefits

• full medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• short and long term disability
• tuition assistance
• paid holidays
• competitive vacation package
• 401 (K) with company match
• profit sharing
• increases tied to performance
• a path for continued training and development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED