Warehouse Coordinator

Location: Chicago, IL 60619
Start Date: This role is ready to be filled immediately
Pay Range: $50,000 – $55,000 / Year
Terms: Full-Time
Hours: TBD

About the Role:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Warehouse Coordinator to oversee the daily operations of our warehouse and support a range of exhibit, exhibition, and live experience projects. This role goes beyond logistics—you’ll be an essential bridge between our operations leadership, warehouse staff, and cross-functional teams, ensuring clarity, accountability, and efficiency at every stage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and complete pre-show and post-show warehouse checklists, ensuring all taskings are fulfilled
• Track and manage inventory using spreadsheets and inventory management systems
• Coordinate shipping and receiving operations, including scheduling, tracking, and documentation
• Direct warehouse staff on daily operations, deliveries, and outstanding tasks
• Organize and maintain warehouse materials, tools, and project equipment
• Assist with onboarding new warehouse staff, including safety training, warehouse etiquette, and facility orientation
• Create and implement efficient work processes and standard operating procedures
• Act as liaison between the operation leadership and warehouse team to ensure alignment and accountability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., project management, logistics, fabrication) to support timely and accurate project execution
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment
• Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks
• Drive company van and/or box truck for local pickups, drop-offs, and deliveries

Requirements:

• Proven experience in warehouse coordination or management, preferably within events, exhibits, or fabrication
• Strong knowledge of shipping and receiving processes and overall logistics coordination
• Skilled in spreadsheet use and familiar with inventory systems
• Strong organizational, leadership, and multitasking abilities
• Clear communicator with the ability to collaborate across departments and levels of staff
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License and ability to drive company vehicles
• Forklift certification is a plus

To Apply:
If you are interested in this role, please email your resume to aja@showstrat.com. A cover letter is optional. Please use "Warehouse Coordinator" as the subject line.