We are seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage the day-to-day shipping and receiving activities within our manufacturing facility.

This is a hands-on position. While the role includes logistics coordination, customs documentation and administrative responsibilities, a significant portion of the position involves physically preparing, receiving, packaging and moving materials and finished products. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a manufacturing environment and performing physically demanding shipping and receiving duties.

The Logistics Coordinator will also support domestic and cross-border shipments and must have previous experience with Canada/U.S. cross-border shipping and the preparation of shipping and customs documentation. Training will be provided on Ardea's products, processes and industry-specific requirements; however, candidates must have a baseline understanding of how cross-border shipments and their supporting documentation work.

Reports to: Operations Manager

Direct Reports: None

Primary Duties

- Coordinate and perform daily shipping and receiving activities.
- Receive incoming materials and verify shipments against purchase orders, packing slips and other documentation.
- Inspect incoming shipments for visible damage, shortages or discrepancies and report issues as required.
- Prepare outgoing materials and finished products for shipment.
- Package, wrap, strap and secure products appropriately for transportation.
- Build and prepare skids and other shipping packaging as required.
- Measure and weigh shipments and ensure shipping information is accurate.
- Load and unload trucks and courier vehicles using appropriate material-handling equipment.
- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks and other material-handling equipment as required.
- Maintain accurate shipping and receiving records.
- Enter receipts and other required information into the company's ERP system.
- Maintain an organized, clean and safe shipping and receiving area.
- Assist with inventory counts, material organization and investigation of inventory discrepancies as required.

Logistics & Transportation Coordination

- Arrange domestic and international shipments using courier, LTL, FTL and other transportation services.
- Obtain freight quotes and select appropriate shipping methods based on shipment requirements.
- Schedule carrier pickups and coordinate delivery requirements.
- Track shipments and follow up on delays, delivery issues,



damage or lost freight.
- Communicate with freight carriers, couriers, customs brokers, suppliers and customers as required.
- Ensure shipments are appropriately packaged and documented before release to the carrier.

Customs & Cross-Border Documentation

- Prepare accurate shipping and customs documentation, including:
- Bills of Lading (BOLs)
- Commercial Invoices (CIs)
- Certificates of Origin (COOs)
- CUSMA/USMCA documentation, where applicable
- Courier and freight documentation
- Other import/export documentation as required
- Collect Country of Origin information from suppliers and other available documentation.
- Determine Country of Origin where appropriate based on available product and supplier information.
- Maintain supporting Country of Origin and customs documentation.
- Provide customs brokers and carriers with required shipment information and documentation.
- Assist with HS/HTS classifications, CUSMA/USMCA requirements, duties, tariffs and other customs matters with guidance from management and/or customs brokers.
- Respond to requests for additional information or documentation relating to cross-border shipments.
- Maintain organized records to support customs and shipping requirements.

Required Skills · Minimum 2 years of shipping and receiving, logistics or related experience.

· Previous experience with Canada/U.S. cross-border shipments is required.

· Previous experience preparing Bills of Lading, Commercial Invoices, Certificates of Origin and other shipping/customs documentation is required.

· Basic understanding of customs processes, Country of Origin and import/export documentation.

· Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is preferred.

· High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education in logistics, supply chain, business or a related field is considered an asset.

· Forklift experience/certification is preferred; training can be provided.

· Experience using ERP systems and carrier/courier shipping portals is an asset.

· Comfortable using Microsoft Outlook,



Excel and other standard computer applications.

· Be highly organized and able to manage multiple shipments and priorities.

· Have strong attention to detail, particularly when preparing customs and shipping documentation.

· Understand the importance of accuracy when dealing with Country of Origin and cross-border documentation.

· Be comfortable balancing administrative responsibilities with hands-on physical work.

· Have strong problem-solving skills and the ability to investigate shipping, receiving and inventory discrepancies.

· Communicate effectively with employees, suppliers, customers, carriers and customs brokers.

· Be dependable and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

· Demonstrate good judgment when selecting packaging and transportation methods.

· Work safely and follow established company procedures.

Physical Requirements

This is an active, hands-on position within a manufacturing environment. The employee must be able to:

- Regularly stand, walk, bend, reach and perform material-handling activities throughout the workday.
- Lift and move materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Push, pull and maneuver skids, carts and other materials.
- Safely use forklifts, pallet jacks and other material-handling equipment.
- Perform packaging, skidding, wrapping and strapping activities.
- Work both at a computer and on the manufacturing/shipping floor.

Working Conditions

- Primarily based within a manufacturing and shipping/receiving environment.
- Regular interaction with production, purchasing, quality, operations, suppliers, carriers and customs brokers.
- Standard Monday-to-Friday daytime schedule, with occasional overtime as operational or shipping requirements dictate.
- Required PPE must be worn while working in designated production and shipping areas.

Key Note About the Role Although the position is titled Logistics Coordinator, this is not primarily a desk-based logistics position. The successful candidate will be directly involved in the physical shipping and receiving process, including packaging, skidding, loading, unloading and material handling, in addition to coordinating freight and preparing shipping and customs documentation.

Pay: $26.00-$28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 60.0 per week

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Logistics Coordinator (Guelph)
🏢 Ardea Technologies
📍 Guelph