Shift Coordinator
About the job
Now Hiring: Shift Coordinator
Sterling, VA | $27/hour | Tuesday–Saturday, 9:30 AM–6:00 PM
Keep shipments moving and customers informed in this fast-paced transportation operations role. We’re seeking a dependable, organized coordinator who can connect drivers, customers, warehouse teams, and airline partners to help ensure shipments are handled safely, accurately, and on time.
What You’ll Do
• Dispatch and coordinate local and regional pickup and delivery drivers
• Track shipments from pickup through delivery and communicate status updates
• Coordinate with customers, drivers, warehouses, and airline partners
• Enter shipment details and updates into transportation management systems
• Resolve delays, service issues, and shipment exceptions promptly
• Arrange special handling for temperature-controlled and time-critical freight
• Review driver paperwork, proof of delivery, and shipment documents for accuracy
• Follow company procedures, customer requirements, TSA regulations, and chain-of-custody protocols
• Partner with warehouse and customer service teams to meet service goals
• Assist with after-hours or emergency transportation requests as needed
What We’re Looking For
• Experience in dispatch, transportation, logistics, freight forwarding, trucking, or warehouse operations preferred
• Strong organization, communication, and customer-service skills
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office
• Detail-oriented problem-solver who can make decisions under pressure
• Dependable, accountable, and self-motivated, with a strong sense of urgency
• Professional and calm when operational challenges arise
• Airport cargo, expedited freight, or logistics experience is a plus
Interested in coordinating the movement of shipments and building a career in transportation and logistics? Apply today!
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