Operations Coordinator I

Behr Paint Company; Illinois; On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Bonuses

Vacation days

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Job summary

Behr Paint Company is seeking an Operations Coordinator I to support distribution center operations, coordinating shipments, scheduling carriers, and handling returns processing. The role emphasizes accuracy, service excellence, and cross-functional collaboration with carriers, vendors, and customers to ensure on-time deliveries.

Ideal candidates have strong data-analysis skills, experience in logistics or distribution, and excellent customer service abilities.

Qualifications

• High school education is required; preferred fields include Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in distribution operations, logistics coordination, customer service, inventory control, or administrative support.
• Experience supporting shipping, receiving, transportation, or warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong customer service skills to resolve freight, delivery, and order-related issues professionally.
• Knowledge of inventory management, purchasing, receiving, and recordkeeping practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and systems used for reporting, order management, and shipment tracking.
• Ability to analyze operational data, investigate discrepancies, and support root cause resolution.
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shipments and logistics activities to ensure timely deliveries.
• Schedule carriers and manage returns processing and shipment tracking.
• Resolve customer service issues related to orders, freight, and deliveries.
• Collaborate with internal teams, carriers, vendors, and customers to improve processes.
• Analyze data to identify process improvements and root causes of issues.

Job description

To thrive as an Operations Coordinator I, a strong attention to detail, problem-solving mindset, and commitment to customer service are essential. This role helps keep distribution center operations running smoothly by coordinating logistics activities, supporting customers and vendors, and ensuring accurate administrative and operational processes. We value team members who can balance multiple priorities, maintain strong relationships, and contribute to an efficient, service-focused environment. Safety is a core value, and we believe every employee plays an important role in maintaining a safe and productive workplace!

In this role, you will support a variety of logistics and distribution activities, including shipment coordination, carrier scheduling, returns processing, shipment tracking, and customer service issue resolution. Working closely with internal teams, carriers, vendors, and customers, this position helps ensure timely deliveries and a positive customer experience. We look for individuals who enjoy solving problems, analyzing data, and identifying process improvements. We succeed when communication is clear, orders are accurate, and customer expectations are consistently met.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• A completed High school education is required; preferred education in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field
• 2-4 years of experience in distribution operations, logistics coordination, customer service, inventory control, or administrative support
• Experience supporting shipping, receiving, transportation, or warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to resolve freight, delivery, and order-related issues professionally
• Working knowledge of inventory management, purchasing, receiving, and recordkeeping practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other systems used for reporting, order management, and shipment tracking
• Ability to analyze operational data, investigate discrepancies, and support root cause resolution efforts
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills with the ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines

Here is What We Offer You:

• Any shift that starts from 12 PM or later (off-shifts) also receives a $3/hr shift differential.
• Quarterly and holiday bonuses are available.
• Accrue 15 paid days of vacation time off the first year plus 5 days of sick time off.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% match. Annual retirement profit-sharing payments
• Competitive health plans for individuals and families
• Check out behr.com/careers to view a comprehensive list of our benefits and perks.

Founded in 1947, Behr Paint Company is one of the largest manufacturers of paints, primers, decorative finishes, stains, surface preparation, and application products for do-it-yourselfers and professionals in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Chile. The Santa Ana, Calif.-based company and maker of the BEHR®, KILZ®, WHIZZ®, and E&J® brands is dedicated to meeting the project needs of DIYers, professionals, architects, and designers with an unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and value. At Behr Paint, we strive to have all team members bring their best selves and their unique perspectives every day.

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Full time

Hiring Range: $23.50

Actual compensation may vary based on various factors including experience, education, geographic location, and/or skills.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion and Belonging

We believe a workplace that encourages and values different voices, perspectives, and backgrounds builds better teams, better solutions, and more innovation. The goal is for every single team member to have a voice and experience a sense of belonging here, regardless of where they sit in the organization and what their background is. We look forward to your sharing your outstanding and unique talents and perspectives with us!

BEHR the “Company” is an equal opportunity employer and we strive to employ the most qualified individuals for every position. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all people involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.

BEHR is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States. Please click on the following links for more information.

Behr Paint Company, founded in 1947 and based in Santa Ana, is a leading manufacturer of high-quality paints and coatings for DIYers and professionals.

Location McDonough, Georgia, United States