Logistics Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for day-to-day coordination of shipping and receiving activities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency across the supply chain. The ideal candidate is driven to learn, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is eager to contribute to a culture of operational excellence.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Shipping & Receiving Operations

• Set up, pull, and stage all outbound shipments in alignment with daily shipping schedules.

• Receive, check, and verify all incoming materials for accuracy, quality, and proper documentation.

• Ensure product is properly secured and safe for transport, including banding, strapping, and pallet configuration.

• Perform piece/weight conversions and relabel products to meet internal and customer specifications.

Inventory Control & Documentation

• Investigate and report any inventory discrepancies; assist in root cause analysis and resolution.

• Perform and document routine cycle counts, making inventory adjustments as needed.

• Organize and maintain warehouse space, including partial rack areas.

Team Leadership & Support

• Provide daily direction to Jeep Drivers, ensuring accurate staging and scanning of product for outbound shipments.

• Train, monitor, and support Jeep Drivers in executing tasks safely and efficiently.

• Provide back-up support to the Logistics Manager and cover team absences as necessary.

Customer Focus & Compliance

• Ensure accuracy of customer shipments; verify contents against packing lists and customer specifications.

• Print and prepare customer-specific labels and documentation (CofC, Certifications, etc.) as required.

• Photograph shipments and maintain visual records for traceability and quality assurance.

Additional Duties

• Plan and stage future shipments proactively to ensure smooth operations.

• Package small customer or engineering sample orders as needed.

• Ensure trucks are loaded accurately and safely, verifying product placement and securing methods.

• File, distribute, and archive all shipping documentation appropriately.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• 1+ years of logistics, shipping/receiving, or dispatch experience preferred.

• Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills preferred.

• Proven ability to work under pressure and adapt to shifting priorities and tight deadlines.

• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time-management skills.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 70 lbs. occasionally.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Basic math proficiency required; must be able to perform unit conversions and counts accurately.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and compliance.

• Dependable, positive attitude with a strong work ethic

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

UPG Electrical is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.