Warehouse Coordinator

Warehouse Coordinator

The Warehouse Coordinator is responsible for coordinating inbound and outbound shipments, optimizing warehouse processes, ensuring inventory accuracy, and maintaining compliance with safety and operational standards. This role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills to effectively manage logistics, warehouse operations, safety protocols, and customer requirements in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions:

• Warehouse Operations and Coordination
• Forklift Operations and Material Handling
• Logistics and Inventory Management
• Safety and Compliance
• Team Leadership and Communication
• Documentation and File Maintenance

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Skills and Competencies

• Teamwork
• Attention to Detail
• Time Management
• Strong Communication Skills
• Problem Solving
• Organizational Skills
• Data and Systems Management

Desired Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 2+ years of warehouse coordination experience, preferably in cross-dock or logistics operations.
• Strong understanding of warehouse procedures, shipping, receiving, and inventory management.
• Certified forklift operator or ability to obtain certification.
• Proficiency in warehouse management systems (WMS), Adobe Acrobat, and Microsoft Office Suite, preferred.
• Experience with cross-border logistics and customs procedures, preferred.
• Familiarity with OSHA requirements, preferred
• Familiarity with Six Sigma and Lean Management Principles, preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs. and work in a physically demanding environment when needed.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred due to cross-border operations.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position manages all employees of the department and is responsible for the performance management and hiring of the employees within that department.

Work Environment

This position is in a Warehouse Environment.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday.

This position may periodically require long hours and weekend work.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Ability to lift and move heavy materials (up to 30 lbs.) on a regular basis.

Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and kneeling during warehouse operations.

Must be able to operate a forklift and other warehouse equipment safely.

Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying of products in the warehouse environment.

Ability to work in non-climate-controlled environments and adjust to varying warehouse conditions (e.g., temperature changes, noise levels).

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.

Ability to identify and distinguish colors, see at a distance and close range with or without corrective lenses.

Legal Requirements

Authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account or Flexible Savings Account
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Optech Enterprise Solutions, LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all federal, state, and local employment laws. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.

Note: This Job Description may not describe all of the job responsibilities and standards assigned to this position.