Shipping Coordinator

Associated Grocers; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly payroll

Benefits package

401K retirement program

Paid Time Off upon hire

Fantastic Team Environment

Job summary

Associated Grocers is seeking a Shipping Coordinator in Baton Rouge to organize and coordinate merchandise loading, ensuring orders are complete and loaded per loading documents. The role supports shipping, HBC/GM areas, and distribution supervision, with a focus on safety and process efficiency.

The position emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and adherence to food safety standards, while offering competitive pay and benefits as part of a strong team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, or 1–3 months related experience or training.

Responsibilities

• Perform Lead functions in absence of the Lead.
• Perform Label Control Clerk functions.
• Engage in special projects when necessary.
• Provide feedback and solutions for recurring issues.
• Ensure inbound food safety SOPs for compliance.
• Oversee the work of loaders.
• Review loading sequences for order stops and locations.
• Verify Trailer Loading Worksheet and related paperwork for accuracy.
• Perform quality control on selected pallets.
• Follow up on special instructions to ensure completion.
• Assist member stores with will calls.
• Inspect inbound freight from carriers (UPS, FedEx) for quantity.
• Execute observations as instructed.
• Comply with all safety and sanitation rules and keep a clean distribution center.
• Delegate, coach and train employees on job functions.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Warehouse management systems

Yard management systems

Customer service

Policies and procedures

UFCW contract

Food safety regulations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

We're looking for a Shipping Coordinator to join our team! The Shipping Coordinator is responsible for organizing and coordinating the loading of merchandise to ensure orders are complete, accurate and loaded per the loading documents (TLW). This position will also assist the shipping department in all different aspects, such as in the HBC/GM area and in the selection and receiving process along with Distribution Supervisors.

Competitive pay, weekly payroll, a comprehensive benefits package, 401K retirement program, Paid Time Off upon hire, and a Fantastic Team Environment!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following

Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform Lead functions in absence of the Lead.
• Perform Label Control Clerk functions
• Actively engage in special projects when necessary.
• Provide feedback and solutions for reoccurring issues.
• Ensure the inbound food safety standard operating procedures are adhered to for compliance.
• Oversee the work of loaders.
• Review the sequence of loading of orders corresponding to the location of stops.
• Review Trailer Loading Worksheet and other related paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
• Perform quality control on selected pallets.
• Follow up on special instructions to ensure they are complete and accurate.
• Assist member stores with will calls.
• Inspect all inbound freight from carriers, such as UPS and FedEx, for proper quantity.
• Perform Label Control Clerk functions as needed.
• Execute observations as instructed.
• Comply with all safety and sanitation rules, regulations, and guidelines; make on the spot correction of unsafe acts and maintain an inspection ready distribution center. Responsible for following all food safety procedures established by the site.
• Delegate, coach and train employees on performing job functions efficiently.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Computer Skills

Knowledgeable of Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Other Skills and Abilities: (must have or learn within in 6 months)

• Warehouse Management Systems
• Yard Managing Systems
• Customer Service
• Company Policies and Procedures
• UFCW Contract
• Regulations
  • Government
    • MSDS
  • Food Safety & Security
    • HCAAP
    • OHSA
    • Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures

Other Qualifications:

• Product Knowledge

Equal Opportunity Employer

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