Shipping and Materials Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

What we do...

HindlePower has been designing and manufacturing industrial (non-commercial) battery chargers and dc power systems for the utility industry for over 35 years. Our staff and products serve the power generation and distribution market, switchgear OEMs, power substations, the oil & gas industry, and various transportation maintenance facilities. We are the leaders in our industry and have customers in all 50 states plus additional countries worldwide.

What you'll do...

We are seeking a Shipping and Materials Coordinator to support daily shipping operations within our manufacturing facility. This role ensures finished goods are packed, loaded, documented, and shipped accurately and on time. You will coordinate carrier pickups, prepare shipping documentation, and maintain accurate ERP transactions. In addition, you will support receiving and inventory control activities as needed.

Shipping Responsibilities

• Pack and box finished goods to prepare for shipment
• Verify part numbers, quantities, and special customer requirements prior to shipment
• Review production output and sales order schedules to prioritize shipments
• Ensure all shipping documentation is accurate and complete prior to release
• Generate shipping labels and complete required ERP transactions
• Schedule pickups with LTL, FTL, parcel, and expedited freight carriers
• Communicate shipment status updates to Customer Service

Receiving & Inventory Support

• Receive incoming materials, parts, and equipment; verify quantities and inspect for accuracy
• Record receipts and inventory transactions accurately in the Made to Manage (M2M) ERP system
• Coordinate material staging to support production schedules
• Maintain organized storage areas and safe material handling practices
• Participate in cycle counting and inventory control activities to maintain inventory accuracy

What you bring...

Experience & Background

• Experience in shipping, warehouse operations, materials coordination, or logistics within a manufacturing environment
• Experience using ERP systems (Made to Manage preferred) for inventory and shipping transactions
• Familiarity with freight carriers (LTL, FTL, parcel, expedited) and shipping documentation requirements
• Exposure to inventory control practices such as cycle counting and material staging
• Experience supporting production schedules in a fast-paced environment

Technical & Operational Skills

• Strong proficiency with forklift operation
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and system transactions
• Problem solving skills and critical thinking
• Comfortable navigating ERP systems and maintaining clean, accurate data
• Basic understanding of freight billing and invoicing processes

A few things about us...

Our commitment to quality is evident in our highly skilled colleagues and our exceptional approach to customer service. We believe in rewarding hard work and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits, along with a 401k plan that includes employer matching and a gain-sharing program.

At our core, we are driven by integrity and quality, constantly seeking innovative solutions and improvements. Our unique culture thrives on accountability and self-initiative, empowering every employee to make impactful contributions. In our organizational structure, your voice is heard, and your efforts are recognized. We celebrate our achievements together, whether it's over a complimentary lunch in our cafeteria or through our various team-building activities. We are a four-time Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley and were named one of IndustryWeek's 'Best Plants'. We are proud of our accomplishments and are continually striving to do better.

We value our employees and trust they hold these key characteristics:

• Initiative ... we see it, we do it
• Ownership ... I've got it, you don't need to think about it
• Integrity ... decisions are based on looking at the whole picture
• Attitude ... anything can be done
• Virtue ... honesty, good deeds, kindness, and appreciation
• Teamwork ... we before I

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