Logistics Coordinator

Logistics Coordinator - Aurora, IL

The Logistics Coordinator oversees daily warehouse, logistics, and inventory activities to ensure accurate, safe, and efficient movement of materials and finished products. This role combines hands-on warehouse work with system-based shipping, receiving, and inventory management in Odoo, while supporting test floor setups and cross-functional operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee daily warehouse operations, including picking, staging, packing, and material movement to support production and shipping schedules.
• Support crating and uncrating operations, ensuring safe handling of pumps, components, and assemblies and proper use of hand and power tools.
• Assist with test floor setup by hooking up pumps and preparing units for testing as needed, applying mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Complete all shipping paperwork and transactions in Odoo, including carrier scheduling, labeling, documentation, and shipment confirmation.
• Learn and perform receiving functions, including verifying deliveries, documenting discrepancies, and entering inventory into the system accurately and promptly.
• Collaborate closely with the operations team to ensure timely and accurate inbound and outbound logistics, resolving issues and delays as they arise.
• Maintain accurate counts and organized storage of inventory items to support production and customer orders.
• Support cycle counting and inventory audits as directed, helping to identify and correct inventory discrepancies.
• Identify and report any storage, equipment, or safety issues immediately to maintain a safe and compliant warehouse environment.
• Follow all warehouse safety procedures, including proper use of forklifts, material handling equipment, and safe lifting and stacking practices.
• Ensure crating, storage, and material movements meet company safety and quality standards.
• Report unsafe conditions, hazards, or near misses promptly to help prevent incidents.
• Provide coverage and support for other warehouse associates as required to meet operational needs.
• Assist in training new warehouse staff on procedures, best practices, safety protocols, and use of Odoo and warehouse tools.
• Uphold company standards for safety, quality, and accuracy in all warehouse and logistics activities.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail, situational awareness, and reliability in daily tasks and decision-making.
• Maintain professionalism and clear communication when interacting with other departments, vendors, and carriers.
• Learn and master shipping and receiving processes both physically on the warehouse floor and within Odoo, becoming a subject matter resource for the team.
• Take initiative in identifying areas for process improvement in warehouse layout, material flow, documentation, and system usage, and suggest practical solutions.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience operating a sit-down forklift in a warehouse or industrial environment.
• Hands-on experience with inventory management or warehouse management systems (WMS), preferably including transaction entry and inventory adjustments.
• Experience with hand and power tools, including their safe use in crate building, material handling, and general warehouse tasks.
• Crating or industrial material handling, including safe movement and protection of heavy or sensitive equipment.
• Familiarity with shipping carriers and logistics documentation, including labels, packing lists, and bills of lading.
• Ability to perform accurate picking, packing, and packaging to meet order and quality requirements.
• Strong material handling skills, including safe lifting, stacking, and staging of products and materials.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to support test floor setups, including hooking up pumps and preparing units for testing.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation, inventory counts, and system entries.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and maintaining a safe work environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Odoo or similar ERP systems for shipping, receiving, and inventory transactions.
• Prior experience supporting cross-functional teams in a logistics, warehouse, or light industrial setting.
• Ability to train and mentor new team members on warehouse procedures and best practices.
• Strong communication skills and professionalism when working with internal teams and external vendors.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to identify process improvements and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

Why Work Here?

The company is growing and investing in its workforce, creating opportunities for long-term career development and advancement. Employees can expand their skills across different departments and functions, with support to learn new tasks and take on greater responsibility over time. The organization values a stable, organized operation and offers an environment where reliable, safety-focused team members can build a rewarding and progressive career.

Work Environment

The facility is clean, well-organized, and designed to support efficient warehouse and logistics operations. While the building is not temperature controlled, there are no heavy machines running, resulting in generally mild and manageable temperatures throughout the day. Work is hands-on in a warehouse setting, involving forklifts, hand and power tools, crating materials, and the use of Odoo and other inventory systems. Team members work collaboratively on-site, supporting shipping, receiving, inventory, and test floor activities in a structured and safety-focused environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Aurora, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/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 Aurora, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.