Logistics Coordinator

Logistics Coordinator

Location: Seattle, WA Area ONSITE

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 5:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Compensation

Competitive hourly rate + benefits

About the Opportunity

A growing manufacturing company in the Seattle area is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to support daily shipping, receiving, inventory, and operational activities. This organization has experienced significant growth in recent years and is looking for someone who can thrive in a fast-paced environment while helping ensure materials, deliveries, and inventory are managed accurately and efficiently.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being involved in multiple aspects of operations, from coordinating freight and deliveries to managing inventory and supporting manufacturing teams. The position offers exposure to leadership, opportunities for long-term growth, and the chance to make an immediate impact within a collaborative team environment.

Position Overview

The Logistics Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for shipping and receiving activities while supporting inventory accuracy and day-to-day operational needs. This individual will work closely with internal teams, customers, vendors, and freight providers to ensure materials move efficiently throughout the organization.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing administrative responsibilities with hands-on warehouse coordination. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and the flexibility to adapt in a growing manufacturing environment.

Top Skills Required

• Shipping and receiving coordination
• Inventory management and cycle counts
• Smartsheet experience (or similar project tracking software)
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency, particularly Excel and Outlook
• Purchase order, packing slip, and shipping documentation experience

Preferred Skills

• Manufacturing, fabrication, industrial, or construction-related experience
• Forklift experience or willingness to become certified
• Experience working with freight carriers and transportation providers
• ERP experience (Vista/Viewpoint experience is a plus)

Key Responsibilities

Logistics & Transportation

• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments of materials and finished products.
• Schedule and track deliveries with customers, vendors, and freight carriers.
• Obtain freight quotes and coordinate transportation services.
• Communicate delivery updates, changes, and delays to appropriate stakeholders.
• Ensure customers and vendors are prepared for scheduled deliveries and pickups.
• Coordinate third-party transportation providers and logistics partners.

Shipping & Receiving

• Receive incoming materials and verify accuracy against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Prepare and process shipping documents, bills of lading, delivery paperwork, and related records.
• Ensure outgoing shipments are packaged, documented, and tracked accurately.
• Maintain accurate receiving and shipping records.

Inventory Management

• Perform cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Track inventory movement and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Monitor material availability and communicate shortages as needed.
• Assist with warehouse organization and inventory control initiatives.

Operations Support

• Track company equipment, carts, and material movement between facilities and customer locations.
• Maintain clear records of asset usage and returns.
• Collaborate closely with operations, purchasing, project teams, and leadership.
• Support process improvements as the organization continues to grow.

Qualifications

Required

• 2+ years of logistics, shipping/receiving, inventory, warehouse, or operations coordination experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work onsite during scheduled hours.

Preferred

• Experience in manufacturing, sheet metal fabrication, industrial distribution, construction materials, or related industries.
• Smartsheet experience.
• ERP system experience.
• Forklift experience.
• Previous experience coordinating freight or transportation logistics.

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• 401(k)/Roth
• Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Seattle,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies.

We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.