Purchasing coordinator Jobs in Orange, CA

We have an outstanding Contract position for a Shipping Coordinator to join a leading Company located in the Fullerton, CA surrounding area. Pay Rate: $24/hr. Work Schedule: M - F 6:00 to 4:30, availability on Sat from 5 to 8 hours depending on volume. We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Shipping Coordinator to support our aerospace fittings manufacturing operation. This is a high-level, fast-paced role responsible for coordinating shipping activities, managing documentation workflows, and ensuring accurate and compliant delivery of products. This position requires strong computer skills, the ability to manage a high volume of transactions, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. The Shipping Coordinator plays a key role in maintaining workflow continuity, investigating shipment issues, and supporting both domestic and international shipping processes. Job Responsibilities: Coordinate daily outbound shipments to meet customer delivery schedules and internal production timelines. Schedule carrier pickups, shipping appointments, and transportation logistics. Manage and prioritize shipment workflow, including handoffs between shifts or team members. Prepare and review shipping documentation, including: Bills of lading (BOL). Packing slips and certifications. Export and customs documentation. Ensure accuracy of shipment details such as part numbers, quantities, and labeling requirements. Support international shipping and export processes, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. Perform investigative work to resolve shipment discrepancies, delays, or documentation issues. Accurately process and track shipments using internal systems and tools. Utilize Excel for tracking, filtering, and organizing shipment data and workflow queues. Coordinate intercompany transfers and internal material movements. Communicate shipment status, priorities, and risks to cross-functional teams (Production, Quality, Customer Service, Materials). Maintain complete, organized, and audit-ready shipping records. Support continuous workflow in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. Follow all company policies, safety regulations, and aerospace industry standards. Basic Hiring Criteria: High school diploma or equivalent required. 3-5+ years of shipping, logistics, or distribution experience in a manufacturing or high-volume environment. Strong experience with shipping documentation, scheduling, and coordination. Working knowledge of export shipping and customs documentation. Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills (sorting, filtering, tracking data). Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage large volumes of paperwork and transactions efficiently. Excellent organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate effectively and coordinate across multiple departments. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a strong sense of urgency. Desired Qualifications: Experience in aerospace manufacturing, distribution centers, or large-scale logistics operations is strongly preferred. Background in high-volume, fast-paced environments (, aerospace, DCs, big-box retail distribution). Familiarity with compliance standards such as ITAR, EAR, or similar export regulations. Experience handling intercompany transfers and international shipments. This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security-based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3) ), or otherwise authorized by the Benefits offered vary by contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, and affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter. Military connected talent encouraged to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit :// The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: -The California Fair Chance Act-Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance-Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers-San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance