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Warehouse Coordinator




Job Summary:

The Warehouse Coordinator will coordinate the activities and operations of the warehouse.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Manages warehouse inventory and maintains database.
  • Coordinates and schedules the movement of products throughout the warehouse including storage and shipment of finished products.
  • Implements daily production and shipping plan, arranging for excess stock to be stored in warehouse.
  • Manages daily flow of finished products by modifying storage space assignments.
  • Confirms availability of items to be shipped by verifying inventory records or conducting inventories of required items.
  • Identifies and reports slow-moving product and with approval, arranges for the removal of the product.
  • Directs forklift drivers to store goods in identified areas.
  • Manually handles, repacks, or restacks pallets of finished product as needed.
  • Operates forklift truck as needed.
  • Documents all related activities and completes forms and reports.
  • Performs other related duties as directed.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Basic understanding of or ability to quickly learn company product codes and terminology.
  • Thorough understanding of warehouse policies and procedures.
  • Good analytical skills and ability to make sound judgments relative to inventory.

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Valid state motor vehicle operators license for forklift truck required.
  • At least two years of work experience in a warehouse required.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
  • Ability to move around the warehouse.

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