Shipping Coordinator
Bay View IndustriesTraffic Coordinator Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–4:30 PM Join Our Team at Bay View Industries! Are you detail-oriented, organized, and someone who enjoys keeping things moving? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, communication, and teamwork make a difference? Bay View Industries is looking for a dependable and motivated Traffic Coordinator to join our team! At Bay View Industries, we take pride in building quality products, developing lasting partnerships, and creating an environment where our employees can grow and succeed. We believe our people are the foundation of our success, and we're looking for individuals who share our commitment to quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. About the Opportunity As our Traffic Coordinator , you'll play an essential role in keeping our shipping operations running smoothly and ensuring our products reach customers accurately, efficiently, and on time. You'll coordinate freight transportation, prepare shipping documentation, verify outgoing shipments, and work closely with carriers and internal teams to support a seamless shipping process. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing administrative responsibilities with hands-on coordination, solving problems, and making sure the details are right. What You'll Do Coordinate Shipping & Transportation Schedule and coordinate outgoing freight shipments with transportation providers. Determine appropriate shipping methods and routing to support timely, cost-effective deliveries. Communicate with freight carriers to arrange pickups, confirm shipment details, and resolve transportation questions. Ensure drivers receive accurate and complete shipping documentation before departure. Assist with freight-related inquiries, delivery coordination, and transportation challenges. Manage Shipping Documentation & Accuracy Prepare, review, and maintain bills of lading, packing slips, shipping labels, and other required documentation. Verify outgoing shipments against customer orders and shipping records to ensure accuracy. Confirm shipment quantities, weights, measurements, and identifying information. Maintain accurate records of freight movements, destinations, shipment classifications, and transportation charges. Ensure shipping labels and identifying information are properly applied to cartons, pallets, and containers. Support Freight Pricing & Cost Management Review freight classifications, shipping rates, and transportation schedules. Calculate and document freight charges, including applicable storage, redelivery, or reconsignment fees. Review freight invoices and bills of lading for accuracy and potential overcharges. Prepare freight quotes and assist with identifying efficient transportation solutions. Collaborate & Keep Operations Moving Serve as a point of contact for shipping-related questions from carriers, customers, and internal departments. Work closely with Shipping, Scheduling, Customer Service, and other teams to support customer delivery expectations. Monitor and maintain necessary shipping supplies and documentation. Identify opportunities to improve shipping accuracy, efficiency, and communication. Follow established quality procedures and support Bay View Industries' Quality Management System. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, pays attention to the details, and understands the importance of getting things right. Our ideal candidate will bring: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and customer service abilities. The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Confidence working with numbers, shipping documents, and freight calculations. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to daily challenges. Basic computer proficiency and the ability to learn new systems. A dependable, team-oriented attitude and willingness to support others. Experience Th…