**Job Summary** We are seeking a detail-oriented **Freight Coordinator** to manage daily shipping, logistics, and transportation activities. This role is responsible for coordinating inbound and outbound freight, preparing accurate shipping documentation, monitoring carrier performance, and supporting inventory accuracy through cycle counts and reporting. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and communicates effectively across operations, sales, and carrier partners. **Key** **Responsibilities** **Freight** **& Transportation Coordination** • Coordinate LTL, FTL, parcel, and international shipments. • Schedule carrier pickups and deliveries; monitor shipment status and transit timelines. • Communicate with carriers to resolve delays, discrepancies, damages, or delivery issues. • Support freight claims, shortages, damages, and delivery exceptions as needed. **Shipping** **Documentation, Inventory & Reporting** • Prepare Bills of Lading, packing lists, and other required freight documentation. • Perform regular **cycle counts** and support inventory accuracy initiatives. • Run and maintain **shipping, freight, and inventory reports** as required. • Maintain accurate freight, shipment, and inventory records in ERP systems. • Assist with freight invoice review and discrepancy resolution. **Cross-Functional** **Collaboration** • Work closely with warehouse, production, and **sales teams** to align shipping schedules and delivery expectations. • Communicate shipment status, delays, and delivery updates to the Sales team as needed. • Partner with customer service to support order fulfillment and issue resolution. • Support continuous improvement of logistics, inventory, and reporting processes. **Qualifications** • 1–3 years of experience in logistics, shipping, freight coordination, or inventory support. • Working knowledge of LTL/FTL shipping processes, carrier scheduling, and freight documentation. • Experience performing cycle counts and running operational reports. • Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Infor CloudSuite, QAD, or SAGE. • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. **Preferred** **Qualifications** • Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment. • Familiarity with export documentation and customs requirements. **Core** **Competencies** • Attention to detail and data accuracy • Inventory control and reporting discipline • Logistics coordination and time management • Cross-functional communication (Operations & Sales) • Problem-solving and follow-through **Why Join** **Us** • Stable role within a growing organization • Collaborative, operations-driven environment • Opportunity to contribute to logistics, inventory, and supply chain accuracy • Competitive compensation and benefits **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kutztown, PA. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/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 Kutztown,PA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 23, 2026. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.