Shipping And Receiving Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Coordinator

Job Description

The Shipping and Receiving Coordinator oversees daily warehouse shipping and receiving operations, ensuring all incoming and outgoing merchandise is accurately documented, properly processed, and efficiently moved to the correct locations. This role verifies shipment documentation, coordinates transportation, supports cost-effective logistics, and maintains organized records while promoting safety, continuous improvement, and clear communication across the team.

Responsibilities

• Verify all incoming shipments against packing slips and bills of lading, checking for accuracy and visible damage.
• Communicate promptly with suppliers, freight companies, and customers to resolve discrepancies and shipping-related issues.
• Ensure merchandise is processed efficiently, including labeling and pricing, and routed to the appropriate sales and storage areas.
• Arrange for merchandise to be returned to suppliers or delivered to customers, selecting the most appropriate and cost-effective method of transport.
• Prepare complete and accurate shipping documents for all outbound and inbound shipments.
• Compile and maintain activity reports on shipping and receiving operations, ensuring all related files and records are organized and up to date.
• Calculate estimated costs associated with shipping and delivery activities and recommend cost-effective alternatives when appropriate.
• Monitor and support the cost-effectiveness of the department by controlling labor utilization, minimizing excess hours, downtime, and overtime, and ensuring efficient use of transportation-related equipment.
• Promote and support safety policies within the department, encouraging safe work practices at all times.
• Recommend and assist in implementing operating procedures that enhance efficiency and promote continuous improvement within the department and across the company.
• Follow ISO processes and procedures, and make recommendations for improvement when applicable.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with the direct lead and other project team members regarding ongoing activities and issues.
• Perform other duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned to support overall warehouse and logistics operations.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with shipping and receiving processes in a warehouse environment.
• Practical knowledge of inventory handling and logistics workflows.
• Proficiency in data entry to accurately record shipment and inventory information.
• Experience with warehouse shipping operations and material handling.
• Ability to operate or work around forklifts and related warehouse equipment, as required by the role.
• Excellent attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for resolving shipping and logistics issues.
• Solid organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, documentation, and priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with suppliers, carriers, customers, and internal teams.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Ability to multitask and manage several responsibilities simultaneously.
• Reliability and dependability in attendance and task completion.
• Ability to accomplish tasks without constant supervision and take initiative when needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with ISO processes and willingness to contribute to process improvements.
• Experience promoting or supporting safety policies in a warehouse or logistics environment.
• recommending and implementing operational procedures or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Comfort working with transportation-related equipment and coordinating various modes of shipment.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain high performance standards and follow up on work to ensure completion.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable organization that values growth, development, and internal advancement. The company offers a clear opportunity to move from a contract role into a direct position and encourages long-term career progression within the warehouse and logistics function. You work with a supportive team that values reliability, initiative, and continuous improvement, and you gain experience in structured processes such as ISO, which can enhance your professional profile.

Work Environment

This role is based in a warehouse environment that operates Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the expectation of working 1–2 Saturdays per month. You work in a setting where high performance standards, attention to detail, and accuracy are essential. The environment is fast-paced and hands-on, involving regular interaction with inventory, shipping and receiving areas, transportation-related equipment, and material handling tools. The position requires adherence to established safety policies and ISO processes, as well as consistent follow-through on tasks to ensure all work meets quality and performance expectations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Carlsbad, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Carlsbad,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 31, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Company Description We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.