Warehouse Coordinator

MERCER TRANSPORTATION•Louisville, KY

33d•$0 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Coordinator helps keep Mercer’s warehouses, buildings, and grounds operating efficiently. The role coordinates daily tasks, maintains supplies and inventory, supports shipping and receiving, and performs general maintenance and repairs. The position works onsite in warehouse, office, and outdoor settings. The role involves coordinating assignments and work schedules, supporting and training team members, maintaining inventory and supplies, handling mail and package shipments, and completing routine property inspections, maintenance, and repairs. The coordinator also follows building and gate security procedures and responds to radio requests. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, or equivalent relevant experience in general maintenance or construction. Candidates should be organized and dependable, familiar with warehouse operations and inventory handling, comfortable using Microsoft Office, and able to safely operate a golf cart and forklift. The work includes physical activity, lifting items up to 75 pounds, and regularly working outdoors in varying weather and potentially noisy areas.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent relevant experience in general maintenance or construction.
Organized and dependable, with the ability to prioritize assignments and follow projects through to completion.
Ability to coordinate tasks and help team members work effectively.
Resourcefulness in solving minor maintenance problems and identifying ways to improve processes.
Ability to work independently, follow instructions, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with warehouse operations, inventory handling, and safe equipment use.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and comfort learning other computer systems.
Valid driver’s license and ability to safely operate golf carts and forklift equipment.
Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, and sit for extended periods.
Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 75 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
Ability to reach above shoulder height and below the waist and use hands and fingers to operate tools, equipment, controls, and computers.
Ability to safely operate equipment, inspect work areas, and communicate by radio.
Ability to work regularly outdoors in varying weather conditions and in areas where noise levels may exceed moderate levels.

Nice To Haves

General property maintenance or construction experience, including painting, pressure washing, minor repairs, and similar hands-on work.
Trucking industry experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate daily and special assignments, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on schedule.
Assist and train team members, monitor attendance and dress code, and communicate employee activity to the Facility Manager.
Work with the Facility Manager to coordinate work schedules, assignments, staffing needs, and overtime requirements.
Open warehouses and prepare shipping and mailing equipment for daily operations.
Support material breakdown, storage, replenishment, quality checks, loading, and shipping while making efficient use of warehouse space.
Order, receive, organize, and issue inventory, tools, equipment, and maintenance supplies, including LP gas.
Work with the Purchasing Manager to maintain accurate inventories and ensure supplies arrive when needed.
Coordinate incoming and outgoing mail and package shipments and complete related reports.
Perform routine property maintenance and repairs, including painting, pressure washing, minor construction, and running cables.
Inspect buildings and grounds for cleanliness and address maintenance needs.
Monitor radio requests and follow through to ensure requests for assistance are completed.
Follow security procedures for locking and unlocking buildings and gates.

Benefits

Competitive pay and salaries.
Comprehensive health coverage; Mercer contributes over $7,500 per year toward health insurance.
Wellness incentives, including a wellness rate that may reduce employee-only coverage costs to $0 per month.
Up to $300 per year in gift cards through wellness initiatives.
Paid time off, paid vacation, paid holidays, and sick leave.
Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Short-term disability insurance, including optional coverage.
401(k) plan with company match.
Free health care clinic access for employees, spouses, and children.