Dock Coordinator - 1st shift

Description Mrs. Clark’s Foods is a proud, family-owned company with over 100 years of history producing quality food products trusted by customers across the country. We’re looking for a motivated Dock Coordinator to join our team and help keep our fast-paced warehouse running smoothly. In this role, you’ll be at the center of daily shipping and receiving activity - coordinating trucks, supporting warehouse teams, and ensuring freight moves efficiently through our dock. If you thrive in an energetic environment, enjoy solving problems, and take pride in being part of a close-knit team behind a trusted brand, we’d love to have you join us.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Check drivers in and out, verifying load details, appointments, and required documentation.
• Coordinate daily dock activity in a fast-paced environment handling a variety of freight including full truckloads and LTL shipments.
• Assign and prioritize tasks for shipping and receiving staff in alignment with the Warehouse Manager’s daily staffing plan.
• Monitor dock flow throughout the shift and adjust work assignments to maintain efficiency and minimize delays.
• Collaborate with receiving and production teams to plan inbound product placement and manage dock availability.
• Communicate regularly with the Supply Chain team regarding order status, dock scheduling, and truck arrivals/departures.
• Ensure accurate processing and filing of shipping and receiving paperwork according to company standards.
• Track and update shipment status to maintain visibility of inbound and outbound loads.
• Address issues such as schedule changes, documentation discrepancies, or carrier delays in a timely and professional manner.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in warehouse, shipping/receiving, logistics coordination, or dock operations preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple trucks, priorities, and tasks simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with drivers, warehouse staff, and internal departments.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, delegate tasks, and maintain efficient dock flow.
• Experience handling shipping and receiving documentation with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic computer skills and experience with warehouse management systems, shipping software, or ERP systems preferred.
• Ability to problem-solve quickly and adjust to schedule changes, freight delays, or operational challenges.
• Ability to work on your feet in a warehouse environment and frequently lift up to 20 lbs.

Hours:

Monday - Friday 7a-3:30p, some flexibility in scheduling may be required