Shipping Planner

Wesgar Inc.•Port Coquitlam, BC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shipper / Planner is responsible for coordinating shipping activities, production documentation, and shipment planning in our fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role requires strong organizational skills, extreme attention to detail, and advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities to ensure accurate documentation, scheduling, and on-time deliveries. The successful candidate must be able to multitask, communicate effectively with multiple departments (like Production, Scheduling, and Inventory), and work efficiently under pressure in a high-volume operational setting.

Requirements

3 years of experience in manufacturing, shipping, logistics, or production planning is preferred.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills are required.
Experience working with ERP/MRP systems is considered an asset.
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Effective communication and problem-solving skills to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
A strong sense of urgency, accountability, and a process-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

Coordinate daily shipments and transportation activities.
Prepare shipping documentation, packing slips, bills of lading, and courier paperwork.
Schedule pickups and deliveries with carriers and freight companies.
Ensure shipments are accurate, complete, and meet customer requirements.
Track shipments and follow up on any delivery issues or delays.
Communicate shipping priorities and schedule changes to internal departments.
Review production schedules and coordinate shipment readiness.
Ensure all manufacturing documentation is complete and accurate prior to shipment.
Maintain organized records of shipping documents and production paperwork.
Update ERP/system transactions related to shipping and inventory movement.
Support production planning by monitoring job status and shipment timelines.
Assist with the prioritization of urgent customer orders and expedite requests.
Create and maintain Excel spreadsheets, trackers, and shipping logs.
Analyze shipment data, schedules, and operational reports daily.
Generate reports related to shipment tracking, on-time delivery performance, and backlog status.
Maintain the accuracy of all operational data and documentation.