Detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Coordinator with expertise in inventory management and shipping accuracy. Optimizes processes to enhance operational efficiency and ensure timely deliveries. Skilled in RF scanning, logistics coordination, and problem-solving. Leverages strong time management and communication skills to foster effective team collaboration and maintain high-quality standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Arens Controls / Curtiss-Wright
Arlington Heights, Illinois
01.2025 - 02.2026
Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure timely processing.
Managed daily operations related to freight, including scheduling pickups and deliveries.
Coordinated daily shipping schedules to achieve on-time delivery of products.
Utilized shipping software to track orders and monitor delivery statuses.
Tracked shipment progress and communicated product availability, ensuring timely updates for customers.
Collaborated with vendors to arrange transportation and address shipping issues, facilitating smoother logistics.
Inspected received materials for quality and compliance with specifications.
Maintained accurate shipping records and documentation for audit purposes.
Reviewed all incoming packages for accuracy before distributing them internally or externally.
Managed inventory levels to align with production needs, preventing stockouts and supporting operations.
Monitored the movement of materials in the warehouse by utilizing tracking systems.
Organized warehouse storage space for efficient management of inventory.
Prepared accurate shipping orders and bills of lading to direct and route materials.
Prepared bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents.
Ensured that all necessary paperwork is completed accurately prior to shipment release.
Communicated with internal teams to facilitate smooth logistics operations.
Assisted in training new staff on shipping procedures and safety protocols.
Provided guidance to staff members regarding proper packaging methods for shipments.
Investigated inventory discrepancies to maintain recordkeeping validity.
Material Handler/Shipping and Receiving/Freezer Selector
Streamline shipping processes, ensuring timely deliveries, and reducing errors. Implement an inventory tracking system, boosting efficiency and accuracy.
Manage material handling with precision, maintaining accurate records. Conduct rigorous quality inspections to minimize shipment discrepancies.
Meticulously manage material handling, maintaining precise records. Conduct thorough quality checks, minimizing discrepancies in shipments.
Coordinated cargo unloading process at loading dock, ensuring safety and efficiency in transportation.
Staged and sorted products for loading, optimizing space and enhancing organization.
Handled products in cold storage areas, maintaining safety and efficiency.
Labeled packages accurately before shipping out orders.
Prepared merchandise for shipping or delivery to customers.
Packaged items for shipping according to established guidelines.
Verified shipping documents for accuracy.
Created labels using FedEx and UPS system.
Material Handler/Freezer Selector
Richelieu Foods Inc.
Wheeling, IL
02.2021 - 02.2023
Loaded cold storage products from freezer to shipping trucks, ensuring accurate and timely dispatch.
Fulfilled orders by loading and unloading pallets via lift trucks and pallet jacks.
Operated forklifts to efficiently transport shipments to loading docks.
Sorted freezer inventory to prioritize product usage, reducing waste and ensuring freshness.
Maintained accurate stock movement records in freezer area using computerized inventory systems to support effective inventory management.
Maintained precise stock records and updated inventory systems, facilitating effective inventory management.
Reviewed work orders to ensure necessary materials were prepared for production. to identify necessary materials, ensuring timely preparation and adherence to deadlines.
Reported any issues related to quality control or storage conditions immediately to management team.
Worked in a freezer environment maintained at -20 degrees to ensure product preservation.
Kept track of the production schedule to ensure that the proper amount of materials used for a specific product run was on hand and ready for use.
Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
Labeled products with expiration dates and product information.
Shipping and Receiving
John B. Sanfilippo & Son
Elgin, IL
02.2020 - 01.2021
Received incoming shipments, compared the contents to associated records, and forwarded them to the appropriate department.
Double-checked items against documentation to ensure they were correct.
Improved inventory and record-keeping accuracy by conducting thorough inspections and comparing shipment contents to documentation.
Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations, optimizing project availability.
Moved materials to the staging area after unloading trucks and rail cars.
Used a stand-up forklift to load warehouse trailers.
Coordinated return of damaged shipments to vendors, ensuring prompt resolution and preserving inventory integrity.
Conducted thorough trailer inspections before loading, ensuring compliance with safety standards and minimizing incident risk.
Utilized RF scanning equipment to manage product inventory, track facility progress, and record production data, enhancing accuracy and efficiency.
Material Handler/Forklift Operator Material Handle
John B. Sanfilippo & Son
Elgin, US
07.2018 - 01.2020
Managed transportation logistics for efficient movement of materials from warehouse to production area for specific product runs.
Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to relocate large products within the warehouse for improved accessibility.
Tracked inventory of shipping materials in production, adjusting quantities in RF scanner based on usage and returns.
Used handheld scanners and physical logs to keep track of item movements.
Performed cycle counts and inventory control to keep track of product levels.
Monitored production schedule to guarantee availability of essential materials for timely product runs.
In charge of operating equipment while adhering to standard safety procedures.
Identified and communicated potential hazards to supervisors and coworkers for prompt resolution.
Education
Associates - Medicine
Santo Tomas
Villavicencio, Meta, Colombia
01.2010
High School -
La Sabiduría
Villavicencio, Meta
01.2003
Skills
Shipping
Receiving
Inventory management
Order picking
Material handling
Cycle counting
Quality control
Load planning
Forklift operation
Pallet jack operation
RF scanning
Shipping software
Data entry
Safety procedures
Problem solving
Adaptability
Quick learner
References
References available upon request.
Languages
Spanish
Some English
Timeline
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Arens Controls / Curtiss-Wright
01.2025 - 02.2026
Material Handler/Shipping and Receiving/Freezer Selector
Rich’s Products |
03.2023 - 10.2024
Material Handler/Freezer Selector
Richelieu Foods Inc.
02.2021 - 02.2023
Shipping and Receiving
John B. Sanfilippo & Son
02.2020 - 01.2021
Material Handler/Forklift Operator Material Handle