Dock Coordinator - Lansing

Voltava; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Voltava seeks a Dock Coordinator to ensure safe, efficient material flow in its Lansing, Michigan facility. You will coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, manage dock equipment, and ensure customer and production needs are met.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of dock/warehouse experience, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication. This is a fast-paced role with growth opportunities within our manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of dock, warehouse, shipping, receiving, or material‑handling experience.
• Customer service experience, preferably in an automotive or manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily inbound receiving and outbound shipping activities, ensuring accurate and timely data entry.
• Coordinate outbound shipments, including finished goods, PPO orders, returnables, and expedited shipments.
• Monitor finished goods inventory and make shipping configuration decisions based on customer and operational requirements.
• Manage returnable container inventories, shipments, and related documentation.
• Coordinate and oversee inbound and outbound Hi‑Lo driver activities.
• Manage Hi‑Lo and tugger equipment leases, preventative maintenance, repairs, and service needs.
• Maintain Delivery Location FIFO requirements and ensure material is properly staged and rotated.
• Coordinate supplier returns, including scrap and rework materials.
• Coordinate dock repairs and maintenance activities.
• Manage dunnage returns and removal, including pallets and other reusable materials.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound expedites to support production and customer requirements.
• Identify potential disruptions to material flow and take proactive action to resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure dock activities comply with company policies and safety requirements.
• Learn and effectively use new systems, technology, and processes.
• Collaborate with warehouse, materials, production, transportation, and customer teams to maintain efficient material flow.
• Support the team and customer by responding quickly to changing priorities and operational needs.

Skills

Dock operations

Shipping/receiving

Data entry

Customer service

Organization

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Job description

About Voltava

At Voltava, people power everything we do. We are a premier global manufacturing and assembly partner formed through the combination of Detroit Manufacturing Systems, Android Industries, and Avancez with approximately 5,400 Team Members across 21 facilities worldwide. Our vibrant, collaborative, and people-focused culture is the foundation for everything we deliver, from complex module assembly and sequencing to contract manufacturing, supply chain, automation, and tooling and equipment design for OEM customers across the automotive, industrial, e‑mobility, heavy truck, defense, and technology sectors. Kinetyc, our scalable contract manufacturing arm based in Wixom, Michigan, expands our capabilities and capacity to support customers across a range of industries. Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

DOCK COORDINATOR

About Voltava

At Voltava, people power everything we do. We are a premier global manufacturing and assembly partner formed through the combination of Detroit Manufacturing Systems, Android Industries, and Avancez with approximately 5,400 Team Members across 21 facilities worldwide. Our vibrant, collaborative, and people-focused culture is the foundation for everything we deliver, from complex module assembly and sequencing to contract manufacturing, supply chain, automation, and tooling and equipment design for OEM customers across the automotive, industrial, e‑mobility, heavy truck, defense, and technology sectors. Kinetyc, our scalable contract manufacturing arm based in Wixom, Michigan, expands our capabilities and capacity to support customers across a range of industries. Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

About The Role

The Dock Coordinator plays a key role in maintaining a safe, efficient, and reliable flow of materials through the facility. This position coordinates inbound and outbound shipments, finished goods, returnable containers, dock equipment, and material movements while ensuring customer requirements and production needs are met.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment where priorities can change quickly. Strong communication, problem‑solving skills, and a sense of urgency are essential to keeping material moving and supporting customer continuity.

What You Will Do

• Coordinate daily inbound receiving and outbound shipping activities, ensuring accurate and timely data entry.
• Coordinate outbound shipments, including finished goods, PPO orders, returnables, and expedited shipments.
• Monitor finished goods inventory and make shipping configuration decisions based on customer and operational requirements.
• Manage returnable container inventories, shipments, and related documentation.
• Coordinate and oversee inbound and outbound Hi‑Lo driver activities.
• Manage Hi‑Lo and tugger equipment leases, preventative maintenance, repairs, and service needs.
• Maintain Delivery Location FIFO requirements and ensure material is properly staged and rotated.
• Coordinate supplier returns, including scrap and rework materials.
• Coordinate dock repairs and maintenance activities.
• Manage dunnage returns and removal, including pallets and other reusable materials.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound expedites to support production and customer requirements.
• Identify potential disruptions to material flow and take proactive action to resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure dock activities comply with company policies and safety requirements.
• Learn and effectively use new systems, technology, and processes.
• Collaborate with warehouse, materials, production, transportation, and customer teams to maintain efficient material flow.
• Support the team and customer by responding quickly to changing priorities and operational needs.

What You Need To Be Successful

• At least 1 year of dock, warehouse, shipping, receiving, or material‑handling experience.
• Previous clerical, administrative, or data‑entry experience.
• Customer service experience, preferably in an automotive or manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to identify issues and take initiative to resolve them.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with employees across multiple functions.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet time‑sensitive deadlines.
• Strong sense of urgency when addressing issues that could impact production or customer continuity.
• Positive, team‑oriented attitude and willingness to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to learn and effectively use new technology, systems, and processes.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Travel

• No travel required

What We Offer

We believe our team members are our greatest investment, which is why we offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. Our benefits may include comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings programs with employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and holidays, employee assistance resources, and additional wellness programs and benefits designed to support your health, financial well‑being, professional growth, and overall quality of life.

Our Core Values

• Respect: We create belonging by bringing out the best in each other.
• Integrity: We earn trust through every interaction.
• Courage: We show up fully even when it would be easier not to.
• Impact: We strengthen the people and places around us.

Voltava is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

At Voltava, employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, experience, and business needs. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our ability to innovate, serve our customers, and achieve our goals.

Accessibility and Accommodations

Voltava is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and during employment. If you require assistance or an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests for accommodation will be reviewed and considered in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.