Logistics Coordinator

We are looking for a Logistics Coordinator to support day-to-day transportation and shipping activities for a machinery manufacturing operation in Hazel Crest, Illinois. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who is organized, responsive, and comfortable managing shipment details in a fast-paced onsite environment. The person in this role will help coordinate freight movement, maintain accurate records, and ensure timely follow-up across inbound and outbound logistics.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate domestic and international shipments by arranging transportation, preparing shipment details, and confirming scheduling needs.

• Monitor freight activity from pickup through delivery, providing updates and addressing delays to keep materials and products moving on time.

• Apply accurate general ledger coding to shipping-related transactions and maintain organized logistics documentation.

• Expedite urgent orders by working closely with carriers, internal teams, and external partners to resolve transportation issues quickly.

• Support inbound and outbound shipping operations, including customer shipments and routine distribution activities.

• Communicate shipment status, exceptions, and delivery concerns clearly while ensuring consistent follow-up on open items.

• Enter and update logistics information in company systems and adapt quickly to new tools or processes as needed.

The salary range for this position is $20 - $21/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit Robert Half Benefits Website for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in logistics, transportation coordination, shipping support, or a related administrative role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Excel for communication, tracking, and recordkeeping.
• Ability to learn new systems efficiently and use them accurately in daily work.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a dependable follow-up approach.
• Working knowledge of inbound, outbound, and customer shipment coordination.
• High attention to detail when handling shipment records, coding, and status updates.
• Experience supporting distribution, freight tracking, or customs-related logistics activities is a plus.

Compensation

$19.95-$21.00 Hourly

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