Shipping Coordinator - Bartow - 49645403

The Shipping Coordinator plays a vital role in daily logistics, documentation, warehouse coordination, and carrier communication. This position ensures smooth shipping operations, timely order processing, and proactive support across departments.

Primary Responsibilities

Daily Operations

• Update the lot checklist each morning for shipping and trailer needs
• Empty the manifest drop box twice per week
• Midday trailer count confirmation 
• Build and palletize Lowe’s orders
• Process and ship past-due orders
• Floor-load trailers and confirm outbound shipment
• Reprint and email Bills of Lading (BOLs) to carriers as needed
• Create and send manual BOLs, ensuring copies are saved appropriately
• Print BOLs and shipping labels when required

Carrier & Driver Coordination

• Send daily carrier notification emails for drop trailer and live load requirements
• Escort drivers to dock doors when needed
• Check in arriving drivers/trucks
• Direct special order packaging and trailer assignment

Communication & Support

• Update and send weather/embargo notification list
• Provide customer service via email, calls, and internal messaging board
• Contact carrier account reps for shipment escalations
• Share daily end-of-day report with Director of Operations
• Respond to team requests for updates and shipping assistance

Quality & Audit Checks

• Monitor audit screen for flagged “do not ship” orders
• Perform quality checks on FLOK orders
• Check in Palm Beach countertops
• Follow up on floor orders holding up outbound loading

Warehouse Receiving Support

• Assist when receiving team is understaffed or during overtime
• Receive materials and create traveler documentation post quality checks
• Verify material quality prior to warehouse storage

Equipment & Scheduling

• Coordinate pallet truck orders twice weekly with Shipping Lead; notify Purchasing Manager.