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Part-Time Transportation Coordinator

Des Plaines, IL 60018

Posted: 06/04/2025 Job Number: 45987116 Pay Rate: $19.50 / hour

Job Description

SURESTAFF is immediately hiring a Transportation Coordinator for a large client in Des Plaines, IL. The Transportation Coordinator is responsible for performing various levels of administrative functions and understanding the importance of confidentiality, when necessary.

SURESTAFF is invested in their team members!  All temp-to-hire employees are offered competitive compensation ($19.50) as well as a benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).

Available shift: Monday-Friday, 2:30pm-7:30pm (Part time hours)

Responsibilities of the Transportation Coordinator:
Receive customer requests, schedule and track for inbound & outbound shipments.
Create Bills of Lading/UPS and FedEx Labels
Rate quoting on vendor websites.
Effectively communicate via email & phone with customers to take pickup requests and resolve pickup issues, vendors and inter-departmental coworkers.
Maintain Shipment Logs
Inbound carrier review
Courier / Air Freight Tracking with Vendor follow up.
Assist on reporting functions.
Other Duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications of the Transportation Coordinator:
Previous related work experience
Good written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized, eye for detail self-motivator
Proficient computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook & SharePoint.
In current position for six months
 High School Diploma or G.E.D.


About Surestaff

At Surestaff, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. With an estimated yearly revenue of $295 million, Surestaff was recently named one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us:

Access to a wide range of job opportunities  

Competitive pay

Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)

Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions  

Electronic weekly pay

Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support  

Surestaff also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer.

Our commitment to speed-to-hire means we work efficiently to get you placed in the right role, fast. If you're ready to take control of your career, explore exciting opportunities, and gain experience that lasts, then Surestaff is the place for you. Let’s get started today!

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Jack Simzyk
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