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Transportation Coordinator Full‑Time • Non‑Exempt • On‑Site (Cypress, CA) • Monday-Friday We are seeking a detail‑oriented and highly responsive Transportation Coordinator to support high‑volume freight operations for our distribution facilities. This role plays a vital part in ensuring timely, accurate, and cost‑effective shipments by managing freight quotes, coordinating carrier pickups, and resolving daily transportation issues in a fast‑paced, time‑sensitive environment. If you thrive in logistics operations, enjoy problem‑solving on the fly, and can manage multiple shipments under tight deadlines, this role offers a strong opportunity to contribute to overall supply chain efficiency. What You'll Do Transportation & Freight Coordination * Obtain a high volume of freight quotes for LTL, partial truckload, and full truckload shipments and communicate pricing and transit details to Sales within tight deadlines. * Coordinate with carriers to arrange pickups and ensure all time‑sensitive shipment requirements are met. * Communicate clearly with internal teams regarding high freight costs, extended transit times, and shipment delays. Shipment Processing & TMS Management * Process a high daily volume of orders in the Transportation Management System (TMS). * Consolidate freight into shipments, update shipment financials, select best‑value carriers, and generate shipping documentation including Bills of Lading (BOLs) and shipping labels. * Accurately build palletized shipments in the TMS, including weights, dimensions, freight class, and shipment details. * Ensure shipment setup and shipping notes align with quoted details to minimize billing discrepancies and service issues. Issue Resolution & Market Awareness * Monitor shipments and proactively resolve exceptions such as late pickups, delayed carrier arrivals, and service failures. * Apply working knowledge of NMFC codes, freight class, and general freight market conditions to support accurate shipping decisions. Compliance & Additional Responsibilities * Perform work in compliance with Multiquip JSox policies, procedures, and guidelines. * Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Manager in support of daily operations. What You Bring Experience & Education * Bachelor's degree required; preference for Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field. * 1+ year of experience in transportation, logistics, shipping, or freight operations preferred but not required. Transportation & Technical Knowledge * Basic understanding of LTL, partial truckload, and full truckload shipping. * Familiarity with NMFC codes and freight class preferred. * Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) or shipping systems is a plus. Communication & Work Style * Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. * Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work with urgency in a high‑volume, deadline‑driven environment. * Dependable, responsive, and consistent in daily execution. Physical Requirements * Regularly required to stand, walk, and sit. * Frequently required to use hands for handling, reaching, and operating systems. * Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. * Frequently required to talk and hear. * Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance. * Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Compensation & Benefits * $23.00/hr-$27.00/hr * 11 paid Holidays * Generous Paid Time Off - accrue up to 4 weeks per year * Excellent Benefits Package starting the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment, including: * Medical, Dental & Vision (including orthodontics) * Company‑paid Life, AD&D, Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability * Flex Spending Account (FSA), accident plans, and supplemental options * 401(k) Retirement Plan * Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 annually * MetLife Hyatt Legal and AFLAC plans * Employee Assistance Program   Multiquip provides competitive pay and benefits and supports our employees through our values of safety, integrity and respect. Employment is subject to pre-employment physical, drug-screening and background investigation. E-Verify (is used to verify a candidates' legal right to work in the U.S. Multiquip Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will received consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected class. Data Privacy and Collection Notice ()