What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping Coordinator position at Mission Produce?
JOB TITLE: SHIPPING COORDINATOR
REPORTS TO: 3PL SUPERVISOR
DEPARTMENT: 3PL
LOCATION: LAREDO, TX
Mission Produce is the global leader in the worldwide avocado business, with additional offerings in mangos. Since 1983, we have invested in people, state-of-the-art technology, and avocado-specific and ripening infrastructure to expertly serve our customers, growers, and partners in over 27 countries. We own and operate four packing facilities in multiple global locations including California, Mexico, and Peru. Our global distribution network includes 16 forward distribution centers in North America, China, Europe and the Netherlands, which promote company expansion into new territories and categories. Throughout our history, we have remained rooted in honesty, respect, and loyalty to provide a year-round supply of high-quality fruit from field to fork.
JOB SUMMARY
The Shipping Coordinator will coordinate the inbound and outbound shipments and assist with the day-to-day operations of the Shipping Department. The Shipping Coordinator will also coordinate between our facility, transportation, and different carriers. Communicate with drivers and the Shipping team to increase efficiency in our shipping and receiving process.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
§ Communicate daily with Shipping Supervisor, Inventory Supervisor, Transportation, Carriers, and Sales Team on the status of inbound and outbound orders.
§ Assign and review orders for accuracy.
§ Coordinate with Forklift Drivers and assign orders for in-bounds and out-bounds to be loaded and offloaded.
§ Verify out-bounds are properly packaged, identified, and accurately filled by comparing items and quantities against documents.
§ Complete all shipping documentation and processes.
§ Verify the accuracy of incoming shipments by comparing items and quantities of loads against orders in the system and shipping documents.
§ Receive rejections.
§ Coordinate 3PL shipping and receiving in the appropriate system.
§ Answer shipping phone lines, assist drivers, and coordinate with Gate Attendants on truck movement in and out of our facility.
§ Perform all other duties as requested.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
§ High School Diploma or 2 years of relevant experience.
§ Ability to be flexible with hours.
§ Effective interpersonal communication skills.
§ Experienced in Microsoft Office.
§ Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
§ Forklift experience preferred.
§ Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamic 365/inventory systems preferred.
WORKING CONDITIONS
§ Ability to lift or move 25 to 50 pounds.
§ Ability to work in a temperature-controlled environment from 34°F – 42°F.
§ Safely work near moving mechanical parts and equipment.
§ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
