Shipping Coordinator

Now Hiring Shipping Coordinator in York, PA

First Shift Opportunity

Pay: $22-$24/hour based on experience

Job Description

This role is responsible for accurately picking and delivering work orders and safely moving materials from the stockroom to the assembly floor. The position also supports daily receipt of goods from vendors and shipment of products to domestic and international customers. Approximately 30–40% of the role involves operating high reach and sit-down forklifts in a clean manufacturing warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Pick, pack, and prepare spare parts, customer sample products, rejections, and RMAs for shipment, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.

• Prepare and ship office documents in a timely and organized manner.

• Use UPS Worldship, FedEx Ship Manager, and DHL Easy Ship software to process domestic and international shipments.

• Apply knowledge of international shipping regulations, including appropriate use of Certificates of Origin, USMCA documentation, ISPM-15 requirements, and Shipper’s Letters of Instruction.

• Learn and utilize the TOTALogistix (TLX) TMS portal to arrange LTL, dedicated, expedited, and international air freight shipments.

• Compare freight rates for all LTL and air shipments using at least two carriers to ensure cost-effective options.

• Prepare LTL and express freight bills and create accurate customer labels for LTL shipments.

• Prepare invoices and international shipping documents for orders not created on a sales order or requiring country-specific documentation.

• Create and complete shipping orders when the requisitioner has not provided the necessary paperwork.

• Post and issue all inventory parts shipments in the system, maintaining accurate records.

• Maintain appropriate inventory levels of packing materials and keep pack list files current and organized.

• Safely load and unload heavy machinery, or actively learn to perform these tasks under guidance.

• File and forward all required shipping documents to the accounting team in a timely manner.

• Maintain good housekeeping standards and follow all safety rules within the warehouse and manufacturing areas.

• Collaborate with the Spare Parts team and other internal departments in a professional and timely manner to support operational needs.

• Assist with general warehouse functions including unloading trucks, putting parts away, picking and issuing materials, and performing cycle counts.

• Support regular cycle counting activities to help maintain accurate inventory records.

• Perform all other warehouse and logistics duties as assigned to support overall operations.

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance to ensure reliable support for warehouse and shipping activities.

• Effectively utilize a variety of hand tools, power tools, and computer peripherals as needed for daily tasks.

• Climb ladders and movable stairs safely and consistently to access inventory and equipment.

• Lift up to 50 pounds consistently and up to 75 pounds intermittently while handling materials and equipment.

• Operate forklifts safely and effectively on a consistent basis to move and stage machines and machine parts.

• Maintain a high degree of mobility to move throughout the warehouse and production areas to stage machines and parts.

• Communicate clearly and professionally with employees at all levels within the organization.

• Maintain the visual acuity needed for close work, distance viewing, color identification, peripheral awareness, depth perception, and focus adjustment while performing warehouse tasks.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.

• Prior experience in a logistics or warehouse environment (preferred).

• Proven ability to operate a sit-down forklift safely and effectively.

• Experience or strong comfort working in a warehouse and logistics setting.

• Ability to use stand-up and high reach forklifts or willingness to learn.

• Proficiency or willingness to learn UPS Worldship, FedEx Ship Manager, and DHL Easy Ship shipping software.

• Familiarity with or ability to learn international shipping regulations, including Certificates of Origin, USMCA documentation, ISPM-15, and Shipper’s Letters of Instruction.

• Ability to learn and use the TOTALogistix (TLX) TMS portal for LTL, dedicated, expedited, and international air freight shipments.

• Basic computer skills and comfort working with shipping and inventory systems.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs consistently and 75 lbs intermittently.

• Ability to climb ladders and movable stairs on a consistent basis.

• Strong mobility to move and stage machines and machine parts continuously.

• Clear and effective communication skills with colleagues across the organization.

• Reliable, regular, and predictable attendance.

• Attention to detail and accuracy in picking, packing, shipping, and documentation.

• Commitment to following safety procedures and maintaining a clean work area.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous high reach forklift experience is strongly preferred.

• Experience using RF scan guns in a warehouse or distribution center environment.

• Ability to safely load and unload heavy machinery or willingness to be trained.

• Experience comparing carrier rates and preparing LTL or express freight bills.

• Experience preparing international shipping documents and invoices for country-specific regulations.

• Strong organizational skills for maintaining inventory levels of packing materials and accurate pack list files.

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including Spare Parts and other internal customers.

• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on quality, precision, and accurate recordkeeping.

• Results-focused approach with the ability to work in a performance-driven environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, process-driven organization that values quality, precision, and strong performance. The culture emphasizes fairness, support, and collaboration, providing an environment where you can grow your skills and contribute meaningfully to the operation. You will benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your financial security, health, and long-term development, including a 401(k) with matching, retirement plan options, health and wellness benefits, and educational support.

Work Environment

This role is based in a fairly clean manufacturing and warehouse environment with moderate noise levels. You will work a Monday to Friday schedule from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with overtime available as required by operational needs. The position involves approximately 30–40% of the time operating high reach and sit-down forklifts and using RF scan guns, shipping software, and computer systems. You will regularly move throughout the facility, climb ladders and movable stairs, and handle materials of varying sizes and weights. Steel-toed boots are required as part of the dress code to ensure safety on the floor. The environment is structured and stable, with well-defined processes, and emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and teamwork.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of York, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45760.00 - $49920.00/yr.

There is a competitive Benefits plan offered - this is available for review. Please ask me! 2 weeks of PTO at the start, 3 weeks after 5 years of service 401k match (outlined in benefits package) Pension Plan! Opportunity within the plant for advancement is there. There is also tuition assistance for those looking to expand their skills.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in York,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 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.