Shipping & Logistics Specialist (Defense Manufacturing)

Kraken Kinetics; Pinehurst (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO policy

Comprehensive medical coverage (80%)

Vision & dental (100%)} ,{

Job summary

Kraken Kinetics, based in Moore County, North Carolina, seeks a hands-on Shipping Coordinator to manage outbound shipments, maintain accurate inventory, and ensure material flow from fabrication to final shipment. You will coordinate with production staff, program managers, and carriers to keep operations running smoothly in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 2+ years in shipping/logistics, experience with Fishbowl/NetSuite, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of shipping, receiving, warehouse operations, logistics, or inventory management.
• Experience with inventory management systems or warehouse tracking software (Fishbowl preferred).
• Basic proficiency with spreadsheets and standard office software.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and tracking of materials and shipments.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with production staff and program managers.
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand and move throughout the facility for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Package and prepare outbound shipments across three local Kraken Kinetics locations.
• Ensure products and materials are packaged to prevent damage during transport.
• Generate and maintain shipment documentation and logs.
• Inform internal customers of shipment delays or issues due to carriers.
• Coordinate shipment pickups with commercial carriers and customer freight providers.
• Verify shipment contents against internal documentation before release.
• Maintain shipment logs and tracking information for internal reference.
• Support inventory accuracy through cycle counts and inventory checks.
• Assist with movement of finished goods from production to shipping areas.
• Ensure proper labeling and identification of materials in staging areas.
• Support receiving responsibilities when needed.
• Maintain shipping work areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Identify and report shipment discrepancies or damaged goods.
• Follow all safety procedures and proper material handling practices.
• Operate company vehicle for inventory management across facilities.

Skills

Shipping knowledge

Inventory systems

Spreadsheet proficiency

Documentation & tracking

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Communication

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Mobility in facility

Tools

Fishbowl

NetSuite

Job description

Kraken Kinetics, based in Moore County, North Carolina, seeks a hands-on Shipping Coordinator to manage outbound shipments, maintain accurate inventory, and ensure material flow from fabrication to final shipment. You will coordinate with production staff, program managers, and carriers to keep operations running smoothly in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 2+ years in shipping/logistics, experience with Fishbowl/NetSuite, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.