Dock & Warehouse Coordinator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Elizabeth, NJ seeks a Dock & Warehouse Coordinator to manage daily dock operations, staging freight, and shipment preparation. You will coordinate loading/unloading, organize freight, and maintain accurate records in a fast-paced environment.

Forklift operation is required or certification is a plus; role includes printing labels, handling DLs, and coordinating with internal teams for outbound shipments.

Qualifications

• Warehouse experience in dock/logistics settings.
• Forklift operation experience; certification a plus.
• Basic computer tasks including email and data entry.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Reliable, punctual and a team player.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily dock operations including loading, unloading, and organizing freight.
• Separate and stage freight for pickup and delivery.
• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently (certification preferred).
• Print shipping labels and delivery paperwork (DLs).
• Assist with scheduling and preparing shipments for outbound delivery.
• Handle email communication with internal teams and customers.
• Perform general clerical and office duties related to shipping and logistics.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments and inventory movements.
• Ensure dock and warehouse areas remain clean and organized.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation (experience)

Basic computer tasks

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Attention to detail

Team player

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Job Title: Dock & Warehouse Coordinator
Location: Elizabeth, NJ
Pay Rate: $20 – $23/hour (based on experience)

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate daily dock operations including loading, unloading, and organizing freight

• Separate and stage freight for pickup and delivery

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently (certification preferred)

• Print shipping labels and delivery paperwork (DLs)

• Assist with scheduling and preparing shipments for outbound delivery

• Handle email communication with internal teams and customers

• Perform general clerical and office duties related to shipping and logistics

• Maintain accurate records of shipments and inventory movements

• Ensure dock and warehouse areas remain clean and organized

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in warehouse, dock, or logistics operations

• Forklift experience required (certification a plus)

• Comfortable with basic computer tasks (email, printing documents, data entry)

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Reliable, punctual, and a team player

Work Environment:

• Combination of warehouse/dock and office setting

• Active role requiring standing, lifting, and moving throughout the shift

Why Apply?

• Stable, full-time opportunity

• Hands-on role with variety in daily tasks

• Opportunity to grow within a logistics operation