2ND SHIFT SHIPPING COORDINATOR NEEDED - FT. WAYNE, INDIANA
This is a fast paced & high energy environment requiring the individual to possess the following abilities: multitasking, excellent communication skills, teamwork and the ability to organize and prioritize. The primary function will be the coordination of our incoming and outgoing freight. Verify and ensure the accuracy of all Company and supplier owned returnable containers (totes, racks, pallets, lids and bins, etc.)
Data Accuracy
Adherence to tight shipping time lines & customer requirements
Will work with our vendors, carriers and materials analyst to enhance our freight utilization
Minimize our freight costs and control our inventory levels
Optimize all loads; inbound and outbound and finding best priced carrier
Assist with securing annual freight contracts as needed
Supervisory responsibilities include instructing & directing all activities with Forklift Drivers & Material Handlers/Water Spiders
Monitor Company and supplier owned returnable containers as well as Company expendable containers to contain shipping costs
Must obtain a forklift license and complete crane training and operate each safely and effectively
High forklift skill level. Must be able to drive and load in confined spaces such as rail cars, trailers, etc.
Using the preferred shipping/receiving software:
Prepare shipping documents (i.e.; BOLs, shippers, load sheets, etc.)
Prepare bar code labels for shipments and scan product(s) for verification of load against load sheet as required
Pull EDI releases daily. Interpret release information and communicate release information via appropriate methods such as spreadsheets, email, etc. for production and inventory control maintenance
Send ASNs to customers within customer s acceptable time window
Process materials-received paperwork according to procedures
Shipping supervisor: provides direct supervision, assigns task, provide advise, guidance, training and instruction. Traffic coordinator will provide the shipping supervisor with full details on all functions
Materials analyst: will work closely with the materials analyst to ensure the proper flow of purchased parts
Carriers and Transportation Company: traffic coordinator will maintain constant contact with Dispatch and drivers to ensure all pickup, drop trailer and schedule pickup are done on time
Interact and communicate daily with other shift s employees, supervisors and management to ensure that all shipping requirements are met
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Personal computer skills in a Windows environment, including proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet software
Traffic and logistics experience
Must speak, read and write fluent English
Self motivated and work under limited supervision
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
SAP experience is a plus
Demonstrated experience with shipping & receiving processes & procedures
TO APPLY:
If you are a high performer and would like to work for an equally high performing company and you think the above opportunity is appropriate for you, we invite you to submit your resume in Microsoft Word format to: GHubbard@Venteon.com
We treat all resumes with strict confidentiality. We will always contact you first before submitting your resume to our client(s) for review. If you do not receive correspondence, you are not a fit for this position.
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