Shipping Coordinator 1st shift

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive program

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Parker Chomerics in Woburn, MA, is looking for a Shipping Coordinator to join a high-performance team. You will manage shipping schedules, verify customer-specific packaging, and perform regular cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy.

The role operates from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM and requires problem-solving and strong attention to detail. The job emphasizes LEAN principles, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to safety procedures, with training planned for forklift, DOT, and IATA

Qualifications

• 2+ years of shipping experience required.
• Experience with shipping/packaging software preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage the shipping and receiving schedule and backlog.
• Label, package, and prepare shipments with carrier labels.
• Escalate problems to Manager or Planner promptly.
• Maintain inventory via cycle counts and investigate variances.
• Ensure compliance with safety, 5S and PPE requirements.
• Forklift training within 6 months; DOT/IATA training within 6 months for Woburn location.

Skills

Shipping experience

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Tools

Shipping software tools

Job description

Org Marketing Statement

PARKER CHOMERICS is a Fortune 250 company, solving the world’s greatest engineering challenges and driving the future of electronics technology. Parker Chomerics is a world leader in the development and manufacture of high-quality products that enable engineering breakthroughs for a cleaner and more sustainable world, including thermal interface materials, EMI shielding solutions, electrical grounding products, and conductive and non-conductive injection molded plastics.

Building on 100 years in business, we strive to balance evolving our business while strengthening the communities we operate in and prioritizing our employees’ well-being. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive, caring, and friendly work environment, and we support career advancement through continued education, skill development, and regional and global advancement opportunities. If you’re looking for a fast-paced, collaborative environment where you can be at the cutting edge of engineering solutions, we can’t wait to meet you!

Position Summary

The Shipping Coordinator will work as party of a team to ensure products are accurately and efficiently received or shipped.They oversee shipping schedules, troubleshoots shipping issues, and communicates potential order delays. They are responsible for maintaining customer-specific packaging requirements and managing inventory through regular cycle counts and discrepancy investigations. The role requires strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to implement corrective measures for inventory accuracy and timely shipments.At Parker, you will cultivate a strong culture by participating in High Performance Teams and operating in a LEAN structure.In this position you will work from 6:00AM-2:30PM.

Responsibilities

• Manage the location backlog regularly to prioritize the shipping and receiving schedule.
• Label and package materials for shipment in cardboard boxes and wooden crates as required to safely ship packages to customers.
• Prepare shipping labels via UPS and FedEx, affixes shipping labels on packed cartons
• Communicate to the Manager or Planner any problems preventing orders from shipping.
• Troubleshoot shipping and receiving issues and escalate to manager as needed.
• Document and maintain special customer label/ packaging requirements.
• Maintain inventory by performing cycle counts regularly and investigate any inventory variances for accuracy, to identify the root cause, and to keep shipments on time. Responsible for implementing corrective measures and avoid further discrepancy.
• Provide support to areas as needed to meet or exceed company output targets.
• Complete all internal and external departmental documentation accurately and on time to meet company and client standards.
• *Forklift training is required within 6 months of start date. * Must be certified in DOT and IATA training or willing to complete training within 6 months of hire date for Woburn location
• Communicate between departments to notify leaders and engineers to problem solve issues.
• Work cross functionally to support company LEAN and High-Performance team objectives by training others in shipping through shadowing and supporting team culture objectives.
• Ensure compliance of all Company policies, safety, 5s and training procedures and wear assigned PPE for designated areas

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship or have U.S. Permanent Resident Status required.
• GED or High School Diploma required.
• 2+ years of shipping experience required.
• Experience working with software relative to shipping and packaging preferred.
• Ability to work independently and within a team to meet sensitive deadlines required.
• Ability to perform basic math, reading, writing, and computer skills such as basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and use of Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents in English required.
• Ability to stand for long durations up to 8 hours, and lift and or move up to 40 lbs.

Conditions of Employment

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $20.5/hr to $33.5/hr
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Additional Comments

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Aff…? Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. (“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Drug Tests

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.