Summer Student - Shipping Coordinator

Chemtrade Logistics Inc; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Summer Student - Shipping Coordinator to join their dynamic team in North Vancouver. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in shipping coordination and administrative support within a vibrant operational environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a keen attention to detail, ensuring the smooth flow of shipment documentation and communication. With a commitment to safety and sustainability, this forward-thinking company values diversity and empowers its workforce to thrive. Join them in making a meaningful impact while developing your professional skills.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in an office or clerical environment.
• Strong attention to detail and proactive problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage shipment documentation and maintain records efficiently.
• Provide administrative support for shipping needs including rail and truck.

Skills

Document Control

Data Entry

Shipping Coordination

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel

SAP

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Job Description

Position: Summer Student - Shipping Coordinator

Primary Location: On-Site - North Vancouver, British Columbia

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday, 40 hours

Reports to: Day Operations Superintendent

Compensation: $18-$21 per hour. Hourly rates are determined by role, level, and location. Rates may also be determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Chemtrade is committed to delivering innovative solutions that address the complex challenges faced by our customers. As a responsible corporate citizen, we prioritize safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship in all aspects of our operations. Our talented and diverse workforce is at the heart of our success, as we recognize that their knowledge, skills, and dedication drive our ability to deliver exceptional products and services.

About this role & you

You are an organized and dependable administrative professional with a strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving. With 1–3 years of experience in an office or clerical environment, you bring a solid understanding of document control, data entry, and shipping coordination. You're confident working with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel and ideally have some exposure to SAP. In this role, you’ll support the Day Operations team by managing shipment documentation, maintaining records, and ensuring efficient communication and workflow—contributing directly to the smooth and safe movement of goods.

PRIMARY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Accountable for maximizing the operational performance of the Day Operations Department by processing shipment documentation, maintaining loading to plan, and managing equipment availability.

Administrative:

• Provide administrative support to the Day Operations department, specifically duties and tasks related to shipping needs including shipping coverage for rail, trucks, and barges.
• Maintain document control database.
• Manage documents according to document control procedures.
• Accurate data entry for official transportation of dangerous goods documents.
• Organize and file all required documents pertaining to transportation and maintenance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge:

• Minimum 1-3 years in an office environment.
• High school Diploma

Competencies:

• 1-3 years of relevant administrative, clerical, and/or payroll experience.
• Advanced knowledge of business software including Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel.
• Working knowledge of SAP strongly preferred.
• High level of administrative and organizational skills.
• Ability to work within a changing work environment with many interruptions and tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good command of the English language required.
• Must be able to prioritize, plan, and conduct work activities accurately and efficiently.
• Dependable, self-starter and maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Embracing Diversity, Maximizing Results

At Chemtrade we are committed to cultivating a work environment that embraces and values the unique qualities of every employee. We believe in harnessing the richness of diverse talents, ideas, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to drive our business forward. Our vision is to create a workplace where all individuals feel respected, empowered, and inspired to contribute their experiences, ideas, and perspectives.

Join us in our journey towards building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and promotes the personal and professional development of our employees.