Warehouse Coordinator

Sound Specialists

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • $55,000–$56,160 Per Year

Highlights

Shipping & Receiving: Coordinate loading and unloading schedules, inspect goods for damage, verify documentation, and dispatch freight trucks. Inventory & Stock Control: Monitor incoming and outgoing shipments, conduct cycle counts, update database records, and reconcile stock discrepancies.

Numbers & Facts

LocationChicago, IL
Salary$55,000–$56,160 Per Year

Description

We are looking for an effective Warehouse Coordinator to handle receiving, warehousing and distribution operations. You will oversee the efficient receipt, storage, value-adding servicing and dispatch of a wide variety of products. Ultimately, you should be able to ensure productivity targets are achieved and that all warehouse processes are running smoothly and promptly.

Responsibilities

  • Inventory & Stock Control: Monitor incoming and outgoing shipments, conduct cycle counts, update database records, and reconcile stock discrepancies.
  • Shipping & Receiving: Coordinate loading and unloading schedules, inspect goods for damage, verify documentation, and dispatch freight trucks.
  • Order Fulfillment: Pull and pack stock according to schedules, and maintain first-in/first-out (FIFO) standards.
  • Department Communication: Liaise with purchasing, sales, customer service, and transport providers to resolve delays or shipping issues.
  • Safety & Compliance: Enforce workplace safety rules, oversee equipment maintenance (such as forklifts), and keep the warehouse clean and organized.

Requirements

  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent (some employers prefer an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in logistics or business).
  • Experience: Prior hands-on experience in warehousing, shipping, fulfillment, or general supply chain coordination.
  • Technical Proficiency: Experience with warehouse management and/or enterprise software, barcode scanners, and Microsoft Office.
  • Soft Skills: Strong organization, time-management, problem-solving, attention to detail, and team communication.

Career Outlook and Compensation

  • Salary Range: $27.00 per hour/ 40 hours per week
  • Next Steps: Common promotional paths include moving into roles such as warehouse manager or operations manager

Benefits

Medical (Health, Dental, VIsion)

401(k) w/ employer match

Paid time off including vacation, sick, and public holidays

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