SHIPPING & RECEIVING COORDINATOR

All State Industries; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

All-State Industries is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Coordinator for its Engineered Plastics manufacturing team in West Des Moines, IA. The role involves preparing shipments, receiving materials, coordinating deliveries, and ensuring safe handling and accurate records.

The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently within a team. The position offers a Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM schedule and starting pay of $18 per hour, with potential higher pay based on

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
• Prior shipping/receiving, warehouse, or manufacturing exposure preferred.
• Ability to read shipping documents and perform basic math, fractions, decimals, and percentages.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, package, label, and palletize finished products for shipment.
• Receive incoming materials, verify quantities and inspect for damage.
• Maintain shipping/receiving documentation including bills of lading.
• Coordinate with freight carriers to ensure timely shipments.
• Safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
• Maintain accurate inventory and records; communicate issues across departments.

Skills

Shipping/Receiving experience

Detail oriented

Organized

Reading shipping docs

Team collaboration

Communication

Basic math

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Shipping & Receiving Coordinator – ManufacturingAll-State Industries | West Des Moines, IAJob Type: Full-Time | Day ShiftSchedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PMPay: Starting pay is $18 per hour. Higher pay may be available based on experience!Join Our Team at All-State Industries!Are you dependable, detail-oriented, and looking for a stable, full-time position with a company that values its employees?All-State Industries is looking for a Shipping & Receiving Coordinator to join our Engineered Plastics manufacturing team in West Des Moines!In this hands-on position, you'll help keep our manufacturing operations running smoothly by preparing outgoing shipments, receiving incoming materials, coordinating deliveries, and ensuring products are handled safely and accurately.We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys staying organized, and wants to be part of a team that works together to get the job done right.What You'll DoPrepare, package, label, and palletize finished products for shipment.Receive incoming materials, verify quantities and inspect for damage or discrepancies.Prepare and maintain shipping and receiving documentation, including bills of lading and shipment records.Coordinate with freight carriers and delivery services to ensure timely shipments.Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment.Move and organize materials throughout the manufacturing facility.Maintain accurate inventory and shipping records.Communicate with production, management, and other departments to resolve shipping or receiving issues.Keep shipping and receiving areas clean, organized, and safe.Follow company safety procedures and established quality standards.What We're Looking ForPrevious shipping, receiving, warehouse, or manufacturing experience preferred.Forklift experience preferred; training can be provided.Basic computer skills and the ability to maintain accurate records.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Ability to read and understand shipping documents, work orders, and instructions.Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds as required, with or without reasonable accommodation.Don't have experience in every area? We encourage dependable, motivated candidates who are willing to learn to apply!Our Benefits – We Invest in Our Employees!At All-State Industries, we believe our employees are essential to our success. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.Health & Wellness BenefitsMedical insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePrescription drug coverageFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Health Savings Accounts (HSA)Company-Paid Protection BenefitsCompany-paid life insuranceCompany-paid long-term disability (LTD) insuranceThese company-paid benefits provide additional financial protection and peace of mind for eligible employees.Retirement & Financial Benefits401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributionsCompany matches 100% of the first 4% of eligible pay contributed to the 401(k), subject to plan termsPaid Time Off & Work-Life BalancePaid Time Off (PTO)Paid holidaysPaid bereavement leavePaid parental leaveConsistent Monday–Friday daytime scheduleWhy Work at All-State Industries?Stable, full-time employment with an established manufacturing companyDay shift schedule with evenings and weekends free (opportunities exist for overtime)Competitive benefits, including valuable company-paid insurance coverageTraining and opportunities to develop additional skillsSupportive, team-oriented manufacturing environmentAn opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to our daily operationsReady to Join Our Team?If you're dependable, hardworking, and looking for a position where your contributions matter, we'd like to hear from you!Apply today to join the All-State Industries team in West Des Moines!All-State Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics in accordance with applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application process and employment.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLSHigh school diploma or GED.Previous shipping, receiving, warehouse, or material-handling experience preferred.Basic computer proficiency and ability to enter, retrieve, and maintain job-related information in company systems.Ability to read and interpret shipping documents, work instructions, and applicable specifications; use basic math, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.Ability to communicate effectively, maintain accurate records, and work collaboratively across departments.Forklift certification or ability to complete company-provided forklift training and authorization.CORE COMPETENCIESReliability and accountability; attention to detail and accuracy; safety awareness; organization and time management; communication and teamwork; problem-solving.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSFrequently stand and walk throughout the workday; occasionally sit, bend, reach, squat, kneel, and handle materials.Frequently lift and carry lighter materials and occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds; use mechanical assistance or team lifting when appropriate.Ability to see shipping labels, documents, and material details and to hear instructions and relevant workplace signals.Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, which includes safety-toe footwear, safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection.WORK ENVIRONMENTWork is performed primarily in the shipping, receiving, warehouse, and production areas of a manufacturing facility. The position may involve exposure to moving equipment, noise, and changing temperatures. Employees must follow all applicable safety and equipment-operation procedures.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONSReasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.