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LER TechForce Shipping & Receiving Coordinator in Pontiac, Michigan
Shipping & Receiving Coordinator
Are you looking to work for a company that provides an innovative work environment, and your voice is heard?
We have a position for a Shipping & Receiving Coordinator based in Auburn Hills
This role will be onsite
Who we are:
LER TechForce is an industry leader in embedded controls, software, functional safety, and engineering talent. For over 20 years LER has been working with customers across North America to meet their engineering resource challenges. Learn more about us (3) LER TechForce: Life | LinkedIn
What you will be doing:
The Shipping and Receiving Coordinator ensures the smooth operation of shipping and receiving processes by managing schedules, maintaining accurate documentation, and coordinating with internal teams and external carriers. This role plays a critical part in ensuring timely and accurate shipments and receipts of goods while maintaining inventory integrity and compliance with company and customer standards
Responsibilities
- Prepare and verify shipping documentation, including packing lists, bills of lading, and shipping labels.
- Schedule shipments with carriers and freight companies to meet customer deadlines.
- Ensure outbound shipments are accurately labeled, packaged, and meet customer or carrier requirements.
- Track shipments and provide status updates to stakeholders as needed.
- Oversee and document the receipt of inbound goods, verifying quantities, quality, and condition against purchase orders.
- Communicate discrepancies, damages, or shortages to suppliers and internal teams.
- Ensure proper storage and handling of received materials in the warehouse.
- Inventory Management Support:
- Update and maintain records in the warehouse management system (WMS) for all shipping and receiving transactions.
- Assist with cycle counts and inventory audits to ensure accuracy.
- Monitor inventory levels of shipping materials (e.g., boxes, tape, labels) and reorder as needed.
- Act as a liaison between the shipping and receiving department, production teams, and customer service to coordinate priorities.
- Work closely with purchasing to resolve vendor issues and expedite shipments.
- Provide clear and timely communication to internal and external stakeholders regarding delivery schedules or delays.
- Ensure shipping and receiving processes comply with company policies, OSHA standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain organized and accurate records for audits and reporting purposes.
Identify opportunities for process improvement to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
What you'll need to be successful:
Essential:
High school diploma or equivalent
2 years of experience in shipping and receiving or logistics coordination
Experience driving a Hilo
Experience with Data Entry
Preferred :
Associates of Arts degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field
Experience in a manufacturing or automotive environment