Shipping Coordinator

Mersen; Saint Marys (Elk County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement with employer contribution

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Mersen in St. Marys seeks a Shipping Coordinator to manage daily shipping functions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in outgoing logistics while maintaining communications across teams and partners.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and strong skills in Microsoft Excel and Word, alongside experience with ERP systems like JDE. Experience in a fast-paced shipping environment is essential. Joining Mersen offers comprehensive benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a high school diploma.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word are required.
• Experience with an ERP system such as JDE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Run/monitor open sales orders backlog reports and prepare shipments.
• Welcome truck drivers and direct them to loading areas.
• Generate and process shipping documentation accurately.
• Maintain and update the shipping inventory control system.
• Inform team members of operational changes during the day.
• Collaborate with other departments to share shipment updates.
• Participate in routine inventory counts.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ERP systems (such as JDE)

Job description

Mersen is a global expert in electrical specialties and advanced materials for high-tech industries, with St. Marys as a world leader in the manufacture of isostatic graphite. With more than 50 industrial sites and 16 research and development centers in 33 countries around the world, Mersen develops custom built solutions and delivers key products to its clients to meet the new technological challenges shaping tomorrow’s world.

For over 130 years, Mersen has focused tirelessly on innovation to accompany its clients and meet their needs. Be it in wind power, solar power, electronics, electric vehicles, aeronautics, space or countless or other sectors, wherever technology is progressing, you will always find a bit of Mersen.

General Description

The Shipping Coordinator manages all aspects of the daily shipping functions. This role ensures accuracy, efficiency, and safety in outgoing logistics, while maintaining clear communication across departments and external transportation partners. This position reports directly to the Supply Chain Manager.

Primary Duties/ Responsibilities

• Shipment Preparation: Run/monitor open sales orders backlog reports; monitor packed material inventory levels and prepare them for timely shipment.
• Dock Coordination: Welcome arriving truck drivers and direct them to appropriate loading dock/area for both incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Documentation Management: Generate and process accurate shipping documentation, such as packing slips, address labels, and Bills of Lading (BOL).
• System Updates: Maintain and update the shipping and sales inventory control system in real-time
• Internal Communication: Keep shipping department supervisor and team members informed of daily operational changes, including truck arrivals, delays, or cancellations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with other internal departments to share critical shipment updates.
• Inventory Control: Support inventory accuracy by participating in routine weekly/monthly inventory counts.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates should have a high school diploma. Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word are required. Experience with an ERP system such as JDE preferred. Attributes: Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills to effectively manage a fast-paced shipping environment.

Why Join MERSEN St. Marys?

At Mersen, we are proud to be drivers of progress and to contribute to tomorrow’s world.

• Shared values and ethics.
• Collaboration with a diverse team that embraces challenges and brings great ideas to life. We champion diversity; diversity drives our identity.
• Learn and grow with us through our Learning and Development training programs.
• Retirement, 401K/Roth with employer contribution.
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Company provided employee life insurance.

This job description is not all inclusive. An employee may also perform other activities as required to support the business, management team, or employees.

M ERSEN USA GS Corp is an equal opportunity employer encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. Federal and/or state laws prohibit discrimination in employment because of sex, age, race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, citizenship, veteran status, disability, generic information, or any other classification protected by the applicable federal, state, or local law.

Mersen is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application process and throughout the course of their employment. Please inform the Human Resources Department if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.