Shipping Coordinator

Resilient Structures; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Retirement plan contributions

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Resilient Structures in Humble, TX is seeking a Shipping Coordinator to schedule and ship customer orders accurately, on time, and in compliance with requirements. You will coordinate transportation, prepare shipping docs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet delivery commitments.

Requirements include 5+ years in a manufacturing shipping/logistics role, strong communication, proficiency in Excel, and experience with ERP/MRP systems (Epicor).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a similar role within the manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Microsoft Excel.
• Negotiation skills and ability to ensure competitive pricing.
• Import / Export knowledge is a plus.
• Experience in preparing various shipping documents (BOL's, Packing Lists, Etc.)
• Knowledge of maintaining shipping and/or logistics schedules.
• Basic understanding of ERP/MRP systems. (currently utilizing Epicor)

Responsibilities

• Review and process incoming sales orders to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Develop required Module Construction templates in alignment with the Order Preparation schedule to ensure shipments meet customer requirements.
• Create and maintain shipping schedules, including truck timing and load details.
• Ensure all required shipping and customs documentation is accurately prepared and completed for each shipment.
• Coordinate transportation arrangements for all orders and communicate shipment timing to Supervisors, Order Preparation staff, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure schedules are executed efficiently and customer delivery commitments are consistently met.
• Negotiate freight rates with carriers.
• Bid out loads to find competitive rates to ensure cost savings.
• Address all load issues once load has left facility and is enroute to customer.
• Provide delivery updates as required by Management or Customers.

Skills

Shipping coordination

Logistics planning

ERP/MRP (Epicor)

Excel proficiency

Negotiation skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

ABOUT THE COMPANY

At RS, we are redefining how the world builds reliable energy infrastructure. We design and manufacture advanced composite utility poles that are lighter, stronger, and longer-lasting than traditional materials such as wood, steel, and concrete. Our poles are engineered for superior performance in the most demanding environments, providing utilities with a durable, low-maintenance, and sustainable solution for a more resilient grid.

With operations in North America and customers across 30+ countries, RS is a leader in grid resilience, driven by our values of Safety, Respect, Resilience, and Teamwork.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The purpose of the Shipping Coordinator position is to ensure that all customer orders are scheduled, processed and shipped as per customer requirements. This position reports to the Director, Operations. As a member of the RS team, this position will support an organizational culture that cares for others' well-being through best practices in health and safety in addition to the company's values of respect, integrity, quality, teamwork and professional growth.

What You Will Do

This position is responsible for ensuring that RS schedules and ships its products accurately and on time. This includes:

• Review and process incoming sales orders to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Develop required Module Construction templates in alignment with the Order Preparation schedule to ensure shipments meet customer requirements.
• Create and maintain shipping schedules, including truck timing and load details.
• Ensure all required shipping and customs documentation is accurately prepared and completed for each shipment. (BOL's, Packing lists, Etc.)
• Coordinate transportation arrangements for all orders and communicate shipment timing to Supervisors, Order Preparation staff, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure schedules are executed efficiently and customer delivery commitments are consistently met.
• Negotiate freight rates with carriers.
• Bid out loads to find competitive rates to ensure cost savings.
• Address all load issues once load has left facility and is enroute to customer.
• Provide delivery updates as required by Management or Customers.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or G.E.D. or equivalent required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a similar role within the manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Microsoft Excel.
• Negotiation skills and ability to ensure competitive pricing.
• Import / Export knowledge is a plus.
• Experience in preparing various shipping documents (BOL's, Packing Lists, Etc.)
• Knowledge of maintaining shipping and/or logistics schedules.
• Basic understanding of ERP/MRP systems. (currently utilizing Epicor)

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Plant environment
• Working outside may be required
• Some travel to vendors and other corporate facilities as required
• Work requires bending, sitting, stooping, climbing, walking and standing
• Overtime will be required as necessary

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits through Cigna
• Retirement savings plans with company contributions.
• Employer-paid life and short-term disability insurance.
• Optional additional coverage (life, long-term disability).
• Generous paid time off and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Opportunities for growth and development within a global, forward-thinking company.

Why Join Us?

At RS, you'll play a key role in strengthening the quality foundation that supports our continued growth. As we ramp up production, you'll help shape the systems, processes, and culture that ensure our products meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and reliability. You'll join a collaborative, value-driven team where quality is at the heart of everything we do. If you're passionate about continuous improvement and motivated to make a lasting impact, RS is the place to do it.

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