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GardenCore; Poland (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holiday

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Job summary

GardenCore is seeking a Shipping/Logistics Coordinator to manage daily shipping duties for our lawn and garden products. You will prepare invoices, plan delivery routes, and coordinate with drivers and carriers to ensure on-time delivery to customers.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of related experience and strong Excel/Outlook skills, with the ability to communicate clearly with customer service and internal teams. This on-site role includes benefits and a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of related experience.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Excellent mathematical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare invoices, delivery tickets and related shipping documents.
• Plan effective delivery routes and assign drivers for scheduled deliveries.
• Coordinate deliveries with company truck drivers and external trucking companies to ensure timely delivery of materials to customers.
• Submit daily invoicing to A/P once deliveries are dispatched.

Skills

Delivery coordination

Microsoft Excel

Customer communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare invoices, delivery tickets and related shipping documents
• Plan effective delivery routes and assign drivers for scheduled deliveries
• Work closely with customer service to understand the product availability and logistic issues of specific projects
• Take orders from customers and get their order out on time
• Inspect all shipping department equipment to ensure that they are in working order
• Check and review all orders assigned before they are shipped against delivery tickets
• Coordinate deliveries with company truck drivers and external trucking companies to ensure timely delivery of materials to customers
• Work closely with independent truck drivers to ensure pick-up and delivery times, load weight compliance and secure loads
• Prepare and review loading/unloading, daily shipping reports and delivery logs
• Submit daily invoicing to A/P once deliveries are dispatched
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent or equivalent experience in related function
• At least 1 year of related experience
• Computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Excellent mathematical and communication skills
• May require occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Endure intermittent climbing, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, pushing and pulling
• Walking and standing for long periods of time

Compensation

• The hourly pay rate is $20.00 - $21.50 per hour
• 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holiday

What GardenCore Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About GardenCore

GardenCore is a leading U.S. manufacturer of lawn and garden consumables, offering a broad portfolio of mulch, soil, stone, and lime products. The Company has deep, long-standing partnerships with major home improvement retailers and garden centers, and delivers consistent, high-quality execution across large-scale private label and branded programs. The Company has over 1,400 employees and operates 58 manufacturing facilities across the United States.

EOE/Vet/Disability

GardenCore 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, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.

Salary Description

The hourly pay rate is $20.00 - $21.50 per hour