Shipping Coordinator

Vermeer Corporation; Okahumpka (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermeer Corporation in Florida is seeking a detail-oriented shipping/logistics associate to coordinate shipping of completed machines and parts worldwide. Strong forklift skills and process-minded mindset are required to join our shipping team.

The role emphasizes accurate loading, documentation, and adherence to shipping procedures to ensure safe, timely deliveries internationally.

Qualifications

• Must have Vermeer forklift certification for the site.
• At least 1 year of production-related experience preferred.
• Ability to assist customers professionally and maintain positive relationships.
• Experience operating Vermeer equipment preferred.
• Ability to apply problem solving and root cause analysis techniques.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities daily.
• Excellent teamwork and independent work capability.
• Experience loading over-width equipment desirable.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload whole goods from containers on domestic trucks using proper equipment.
• Verify that loaded equipment and parts match load sheets and document extra pieces.
• Ensure shipment readiness including inspection for damage and fault signs.
• Document inbound/outbound loads with photos and serial tags.

Skills

Forklift certification

Production experience

Customer service

Vermeer equipment experience

Root cause analysis

Multi-tasking

Prioritization

Over width loading

Job description

Who We Are

Vermeer equips customers doing important work around the world. We are global, driven by innovation and growing. The equipment we make manages natural resources, connects people and feeds and fuels communities. We live out a caring culture, we demonstrate agility, we keep a focus on customers and are stewards of our resources. These beliefs drive our culture, determine how we treat others and steer our business.

Who We Are

Vermeer equips customers doing important work around the world. We are global, driven by innovation and growing. The equipment we make manages natural resources, connects people and feeds and fuels communities. We live out a caring culture, we demonstrate agility, we keep a focus on customers and are stewards of our resources. These beliefs drive our culture, determine how we treat others and steer our business.

Work Shift

1 - First Shift

Hourly Wage Range

$22.31 - $24.48

Job Summary

Are you the type of person who has an eye for detail and enjoys seeing the impact of your work every day? In this role you will coordinate details around shipping completed machines and parts to our customers around the world. We’re looking for excellent fork truck skills and process-minded individuals to be a part of our shipping and logistics team.

What You’ll Do

• Use proper equipment to load and unload whole goods from containers on domestic trucks. Transport whole goods from staging to finish areas for future loading for delivery.
• Verify all loaded equipment and parts match the load sheet and all extra pieces/accessories are documented and accounted for.
• Ensure machine is approved for shipment, including an approval tag, checking for signs of obvious damage, fault codes, and signs of malfunction.
• Document all inbound and outbound loads via pictures, capturing serial tags, gaps/spacing, and every piece that is found on the load.
• Check conditions of trailers/containers to ensure cleanliness and compliance with loading procedures, and to ensure safe loading/unloading of products.
• Secure equipment/parts into intermodal shipping containers as outlined in the international shipping manual.

What We’re Looking For

• Successful completion of Vermeer forklift certification as required for the work location.
• One year of production-related experience preferred.
• Ability to provide informative and professional assistance when working with the public/customers and maintain positive interpersonal relationships.
• Experience running Vermeer equipment preferred.
• Ability to perform problem solving techniques and root cause analysis.
• Perform multiple tasks simultaneously; ability to assess, evaluate, and carry out appropriate action for a given situation.
• Able to prioritize the daily workload and work independently and as a team.
• Experience loading over width equipment.

Travel

• No travel is expected of this position.

Essential Functions

Standing: Frequently

Sitting: Frequently

Walking: Frequently

Hand Coordination: At least average/bilateral

Twisting: Rarely (up to 1 minute in position)

Bending - Trunk: Rarely (up to 1 minute in position)

Bending - Neck: Occasionally (up to 25 degree flex & 30 degree extension for up to 2 minutes)

Elevated Work/Reach: Rarely (up to 1 minute in position)

Squatting/Kneeling: Rarely (up to 1 minute in position)

Climbing: Rarely

Pulling: Rarely (up to 80 lbs) Occasionally (up to 20 lbs) Frequently (up to 10 lbs)

Pushing: Rarely (up to 80 lbs) Occasionally (up to 20 lbs) Frequently (up to 10 lbs)

RH Grip: Rarely (up to 80 lbs) Occasionally (up to 20 lbs) Frequently (up to 10 lbs)

LH Grip: Rarely (up to 80 lbs) Occasionally (up to 20 lbs) Frequently (up to 10 lbs)

RH Pinch: Rarely (up to 15 lbs) Occasionally (up to 5 lbs) Frequently (up to 2 lbs)

LH Pinch: Rarely (up to 15 lbs) Occasionally (up to 5 lbs) Frequently (up to 2 lbs)

Floor to Waist Lift: Rarely (up to 50 lbs) Occasionally (up to 20 lbs)

Horizontal Lift: (up to 50 lbs) Occasionally (up to 20 lbs) Frequently (up to 10 lbs)

Waist to Crown Lift: Rarely (up to 40 lbs) Occasionally (up to 5 lbs)

Certificates, Licenses, Registration

Must have the ability to obtain a Vermeer Forklift Operators License within the first two weeks.

Vermeer Hoist Training.

Vermeer Hazmat Training.

General Awareness/knowledge of D.O.T regulations.

Work Location

ONSITE: A team member’s day-to-day work is best done on a Vermeer campus. If work content can be occasionally completed at an offsite location, discuss potential arrangements with your manager.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Vermeer Corporation, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other status protected by the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the employment application process should contact Team Member Solutions at [phone] or at [e-mail].

Interested? We’d love to get to know you.