05 - Traffic Coordinator 1

Celestica Inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica Inc. in Richardson, TX, is seeking a Traffic Coordinator 1 to coordinate shipments, supervise material handlers, and ensure timely delivery of goods. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills and a solid foundation in warehouse operations.

The position emphasizes inventory control, accurate data entry, and collaboration with carriers to manage schedules and documentation. Ideal candidates have warehouse experience and basic math proficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse or logistics environments.
• Ability to supervise material handlers.
• Strong math and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and technical guidance to material handlers.
• Receive, ship, count, package, and rotate stock.
• Monitor inventory and audit transaction accuracy.
• Prepare shipping documents and coordinate pickups.
• Lead process improvements and resolve problems.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory control

Warehousing

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma

Job description

05 - Traffic Coordinator 1

Date: Aug 12, 2026

05 - Material Handler 5 1
Hiring Manager: Tina Edwards
Band: 05
Region: Americas
Country: USA
State/Province: Texas
City: Richardson

General Overview

Functional Area: SCM - Supply Chain Management
Career Stream: LOG - Logistics
Role: Supply Chain 5
Job Title: Material Handler 5
Job Code: SC5-SCM-HAND
Band: Level 05
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Direct

Summary

In either case, their role is critical to ensuring the smooth operation of the supply chain. They must also be able to adapt to unexpected disruptions, such as natural disasters or transportation network congestion. By doing so, they can help ensure that goods are delivered safely and efficiently, and that the needs of customers are met. Freight traffic managers play a vital role in supporting economic growth.

Tasks are very complex in nature where considerable judgment and initiative are required in resolving problems and making recommendations. Decisions/actions may have an impact on the departments goals and may go beyond the department. Works under minimum supervision. Situations not covered by standard processes, procedures and methods are referred to manager or expert resource. May provide functional guidance to others performing similar work.May be considered the expert in areas assigned.

A wide range of responsibilities, including planning and coordinating shipments, negotiating with transportation providers, and monitoring cargo movement. Effective freight traffic control requires strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to communicate clearly across all levels of the organization.
Controller must make informed decisions under tight deadlines with limited information, and manage stress effectively to prevent costly mistakes or delays. By staying organized and focused, they ensure shipments are delivered safely and efficiently to meet our customers' needs.

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Provides task leadership and technical expertise to the material handlers engaged in the timely and accurate movement and control of inventory.
• Performs tasks such as receiving, shipping, counting, packaging, stock rotation, part identification and shelf life determination.
• Facilitates the timely and accurate movement and control of inventory in designated area of responsibility.
• Balances personnel within area of responsibility to minimize possible constraints that would adversely affect scheduled output of material.
• Monitors quantity and quality output and leads the team to meet group goals.
• Monitors material handlers performance by auditing transaction accuracy.
• Compiles data and generates reports as needed to illustrate the effectiveness of the processes.
• Identifies, documents and proposes solutions for processing problems.
• Receives and processes materials coming in to the company including handling, inspection, labeling and delivery of materials.
• Verifies items received against purchase orders, bills of lading and packing lists.
• Works with purchasing to resolve problems with inaccurate deliveries or incorrect delivery paperwork.
• Visually inspects deliveries for loss or damage.
• Prepares finished goods and other items for shipment.
• Orders and maintains supplies necessary to ship products.
• Verifies count and part numbers and prepares and packs items for shipment.
• Prepares shipping documentation and labels.
• Schedules and coordinates pick up for outgoing shipments.
• Interacts with freight carriers as needed.
• Posts weight and shipping charges and maintains detailed files for shipments.
• Researches and validates customers claims of wrong shipments, missing parts of a shipment, or defective products received.
• Generates appropriate transactions to correct the error(s)
• Knowledge of warehouse, distribution, inventory control and shipping/receiving practices.
• Knowledge of personal computers and ability to learn and use applications specific to this area.
• Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records of material movement.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of internal customers.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment such as reel counters, scales, pallet jacks and forklift.
• ~Ability to effectively lead a wide variety of personnel engaged in warehouse operations.
• Specific certifications and/or licenses as required.

Physical Demands

• Duties of this position will require checking the yard and checking trucks and drivers , will require lots of walking and moving around.
• Duties of this position are performed in a manufacturing environment with frequent exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, operating machinery, temperature extremes, hazardous substances, etc.
• Duties of this position require occasional sustained concentration to focus on small areas, objects, computers, etc.
• Duties of this position require occasional light physical effort and exertion including prolonged repetitive motion, standing, sitting in a confined work space, climbing, using equipment, handling lightweight materials, etc.
• Duties of this position require occasional heavy manual effort and considerable exertion including lifting objects over 20 pounds, requiring straining, pulling and lifting.

Typical Experience

• 0 to 3years of relevant experience

Typical Education

• High school diploma and additional courses after high school, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Celestica is an E-Verify employer.

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Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth
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