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Grand Rapids Metrology

Shipping and Receiving Coordinator

Grand Rapids Metrology, Grand Rapids, Michigan, us, 49528

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The Shipping & Receiving Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and documentation of all incoming and outgoing shipments. This individual supports the maintenance, accuracy, and proactive planning of all customer shipments and deliveries.

CRITICAL FUNCTIONS

Manage all customer interactions during pick-up and drop-off of equipment at Grand Rapids headquarters

General receiving of all incoming shipments and freight

Receipt of all customer equipment into our work order management system

Place all received customer equipment into the correct lab for calibration or repair

Shipping out of completed product and other general shipping requirements

End of day shipping report via UPS WorldShip

WHAT YOU’LL DO Shipping and Receiving:

Serve as main point of contact for all shipping and receiving functions and provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers

Greet and provide assistance with all customer pick-up/drop off’s at GRM headquarters

Answer any customer questions related to shipping/receiving

Serve internal customers by providing prompt assistance and reliable logistics information to all departments

Inspect and receive all new and customer owned equipment including logging data into computer system plus notifying appropriate team members

Note any damages or discrepancies in recordkeeping system

Stage according to designated department/location

Facilitate equipment flow through GR headquarters by distributing to appropriate departments

For customer equipment that has been completed in-house, after notification, pick up and prepare equipment for outgoing shipment

Pack all outgoing shipment securely to minimize potential damages

Maintain inventory for packing as well as keeping the shop clean and orderly

Prepare transportation bills, packaging slips, and any other necessary documentation required for shipments; contacts various shipping partners to coordinate pickups as needed

Record all shipment data, such as weight, sizes, charges, etc. for recordkeeping purposes

Prepare for daily pick-up/drop-off times via UPS and work to coordinate daily shipping/receiving workflow around these to optimize shipping times

Support of Technicians and Other Office Functions

Answer phones and general customer support

Assist technicians with questions related to inventory, parts, and other logistics issues

Complete inventory validation / cycle counts as needed

Other tasks and projects as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or GED required

Valid Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record

This role requires a high level of comfort learning and using multiple software systems

Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50lbs independently and repetitively throughout the day

Ability/certification to operate a forklift or willing to learn and obtain certification

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Top notch computer skills especially with Microsoft Suite

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE IN THIS ROLE

Accurate equipment intake and documentation

On-time shipments

Smooth coordination with sales and service teams

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Grand Rapids Metrology is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other protected classes

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