Shipping Coordinator

Position Summary:

The Shipping Coordinator oversees the daily shipping and distribution operations of the organization. This role is responsible for preparing outgoing shipments, coordinating with carriers, ensuring accurate documentation, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supporting efficient logistics processes. The Shipping Coordinator works closely with warehouse, production, purchasing, and customer service teams to ensure orders are fulfilled accurately and on time.

Salary:

• $26.20-$31.50 per hour depending on experience

Shift:

• 2nd shift: 2 PM - 10 PM
• Candidates should also be available to work overtime and weekends as needed

Key Responsibilities:

Shipping & Logistics Coordination

• Prepare and process all shipping documentation (BOLs, packing lists, labels, customs forms, etc.).
• Verify shipping instructions, customer requirements, and delivery deadlines.
• Ensure shipments meet compliance, packaging, and quality standards.

Order Fulfillment

• Confirm product availability and collaborate with warehouse staff to prepare shipments.
• Verify order accuracy before shipment (quantities, product codes, packaging specifications).
• Monitor and track shipments; proactively communicate delays or issues.

Inventory & Documentation

• Maintain accurate shipping logs and databases.
• Update ERP or warehouse management systems
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory reconciliation as needed.

Compliance & Safety

• Adhere to company policies, DOT regulations, and international shipping guidelines.
• Ensure proper labeling and hazardous materials handling (if applicable to the industry).
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shipping area.

Job Specifications:

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in shipping, logistics, warehouse operations, or related field.
• Experience with ERP/WMS systems preferred.
• Familiarity with domestic and international shipping processes.

Skills & Competencies:

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with shipping software, carrier portals, and ERP systems.
• Strong knowledge of freight shipping, logistics, and transportation terminology.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment (pallet jacks, forklifts-if certified).

Core Competencies

• Excellent organizational and time - management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot logistical issues.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 25-50 lbs regularly.
• Standing, walking, bending, and handling materials throughout shift.
• Ability to work in warehouse environment (temperature changes, noise, etc.).

Work Environment:

• Primarily warehouse-based with frequent interaction with production and shipping teams.
• May require overtime during peak periods.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.