What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Coordinator position at Alphia?
Job Description:
JOB TITLE: Logistics Coordinator DATE: 2025
REPORTS TO: Warehouse Manager CLASSIFICATION: Full-time, Non-Exempt
DEPARTMENT: Warehouse LOCATION: Reynolds Warehouse
JOB PURPOSE:
Oversee shipping office activities per customer specifications. Complete necessary paperwork for shipping. Coordinates raw material receipts with Supply Chain Management office.
DESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
· Responsible to provide loading instructions to shipping personnel.
· Interpret customer shipping instructions. Prepare and plan shipments which may include daily contact with customers.
· Responsible for intercompany transfers.
· Monitor Truck Driver – Dock assignments and paper work.
· Prepare and process shipping and receiving document. (Bills of Lading, Packing Lists, and Customs Documents)
· Notify customers of shipments and receipts via Fax and e-mail.
· Must be able to operate a forklift (C.J. Foods certification).
· Operate computerized inventory system with hand-held scanners.
· Knowledge and proficiency in C.J. Foods Business Systems as applies to Position.
· Assist with maintenance of shipping files.
· Process Parcel shipments and receipts. (UPS, Fed Ex, etc.)
· Conduct inventories on C.J. Foods’ and customer owned inventory.
· Back-up to Inventory / Receiving personnel.
· Maintain cleanliness of all assigned areas.
· Responsible for becoming familiar with and following all Good Manufacturing Practices
· Required to notify a supervisor or a lead employee of any situation or observation that may adversely affect food safety and/or quality.
· Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required).
· Education level: high school diploma and/or GED required.
· Experience: Experience in a manufacturing environment is desired.
· Basic computer skills (email and Excel knowledge required).
· Willing to work in a team environment and contribute to group goals
· Ability to communicate verbally and in written form
· Ability to receive and provide instructions in a positive manner
· Basic math skills to include addition and subtraction
· Ability to multi-task.
· Ability to read and follow simple written instructions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. The phrases “occasionally,” “regularly,” and “frequently” correspond to the following definitions: “occasionally” means up to 25% of working time, “regularly” means between 26 and 75% of working time, and “frequently” means 76% and more of working time.)
The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel, to manipulate keys on a keyboard and view data on a computer screen. The employee is occasionally required to stand, climb stairs, walk, reach with arms and hands. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).
Normal amount of overtime or extended work hours required. Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic, plant background noise). The job is performed under a generally hazard free environment.
The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.
Alphia is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.