About this role
Job Description
The Warehouse & Logistics Coordinator I is responsible for day-to-day warehouse operations, including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory management. Additional responsibilities include making deliveries, answering phone calls, responding to email inquiries, and maintaining a safe and clean work area. The role requires a solid understanding of warehousing, distribution, and logistics, with an emphasis on learning, initiative, and effective communication with colleagues, vendors, and international counterparts.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinate inbound delivery and receiving of shipments.
- Unload freight trucks.
- Retrieve pallets and stored products and equipment.
- Label products and packages.
- Pull and deliver inventory items.
- Monitor the ticketing system for pick requests.
- Operate forklift.
- Enter shipping data using appropriate scales, computer systems, forms, and measurements.
- Prepare and pack shipments according to shipping guidelines and customer requirements.
- Conduct cycle counts and audits to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Monitor and manage stock levels to ensure timely restocking and prevent stockouts.
- Resolve discrepancies in shipments, inventory, or orders.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.
- Perform additional duties as required.
Scope
- Staff supervision and development: No
- Decision making: n/a
- Travel: Up to 5%
- Flex Designation: In Office
The anticipated rate for this position is $22.00 per hour depending on location, knowledge, skills, education and experience. Associates can accrue paid sick time up to 64 hours per year unless otherwise required by law. The Company observes 100 hours of paid holiday time.
Requirements
Education and Experience
- Minimum High School or GED High school diploma or equivalent required.
Years of Experience
- 2 Minimum 2+ years of relevant experience
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) required
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) or warehouse management software (WMS) preferred
Skills
- Knowledge of inventory management systems and logistics workflows.
- Ability to follow instructions, both written and verbal.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and managing time effectively.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Maintain a positive attitude and work ethic.
- Well organized.
- Forklift certification.
Physical Requirements
Corporate - In Office - General office environment requiring ability to: *Stand, walk, sit for extended periods of time. *Speak and listen to others in person and over the phone and video conferencing. *Use keyboard and read from computer screen and reports. *The ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Safety
Must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices, without endangering the health or safety of self or others.
About Harbor Freight Tools
Founded in 1977, we are a $10 billion national tool retailer with the energy, enthusiasm, and growth mindset of a Championship Team. With more than 1,600 stores across 48 states, we're continuing to grow and open new locations every month. We offer our customers more than 6,000 tools and accessories, from hand tools and generators to air and power tools, shop equipment, and automotive tools. By delivering quality and value to our customers, we've built a culture where Associates can learn, grow, and do meaningful work every day.