Shipping and Inventory Control

Colonial Group; Caledonia (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Koch Finishing Systems in Caledonia, MI is seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Inventory Control professional to ensure parts, materials, and equipment move accurately and on schedule. The role focuses on planning shipments, managing inventory, and coordinating with cross-functional teams.

You will handle domestic and international freight, perform cycle counts, and maintain organized storage while partnering with Purchasing and Production Planning to resolve shortages quickly.

Qualifications

• Experience in shipping/receiving, logistics, or inventory management in manufacturing.
• Experience with cycle counts and ERP/inventory systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly (75 lbs. with assistance) and operate forklift or pallet jack.
• Clear communicator who can coordinate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate packaging and shipment of parts, materials, and equipment, including domestic and international freight.
• Obtain shipping quotes, schedule shipments, and select best transportation method.
• Prepare export/import documentation (HTS classification and invoices).
• Receive materials and verify against purchase orders.
• Perform inventory transactions, cycle counts, and physical inventories.
• Maintain organized storage in the warehouse and bays.
• Collaborate with Purchasing and Production Planning to resolve shortages and shipping issues.

Skills

Shipping & Receiving

Logistics

Inventory management

ERP systems

Cycle counts

Forklift operation

Team communication

Job description

Koch Finishing Systems (KFS) designs and builds industrial finishing systems used by manufacturers around the world. We're looking for a detail-oriented, hands-on Shipping and Inventory Control professional to join our Caledonia team and help keep our materials, parts, and equipment moving accurately and on schedule.

What You'll Do

• Plan and coordinate the packaging and shipment of parts, materials, and large capital equipment, including domestic and international freight.
• Obtain shipping quotes, schedule shipments, and determine the best transportation method for each job.
• Prepare export/import documentation, including HTS classification and commercial invoices.
• Receive incoming materials and verify accuracy against purchase orders.
• Perform inventory transactions, cycle counts, and physical inventory counts to keep records accurate.
• Maintain organized, accessible storage in the parts crib, warehouse, and project bays.
• Partner with Purchasing and Production Planning to resolve material shortages and shipping issues quickly.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in shipping/receiving, logistics, or inventory management, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Experience with inventory cycle counts and ERP/inventory management systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently (up to 75 lbs. occasionally with assistance) and operate material handling equipment such as a forklift or pallet jack.
• Clear communicator who works well across teams and can juggle shifting priorities.

Why Koch Finishing Systems

At Koch Finishing Systems, our work is guided by five core values: Integrity, Respect for People, Customer Focus, Continuous Improvement, and Community Involvement. We're proud of the culture those values create, and we're looking for team members who share them.