What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Coordinator 2nd Shift - Jonesboro, AR (Onsite) position at Hytrol Conveyor Company, Inc.?
Overview
Join our team at Hytrol Conveyor Company, a leading conveyor manufacturer, where you can enjoy competitive benefits and a family atmosphere. We are currently seeking a 2nd Shift Transportation Coordinator at our Distribution Center in Jonesboro. The Transportation Coordinator serves as a vital liaison between our company, logistical carriers, integration partners, and customers. This role requires a detail-oriented and communicative professional who can manage and schedule transportation activities efficiently while delivering exceptional support and problem-solving in a fast-paced logistics environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of transportation processes, demonstrate excellent communication skills, and be committed to ensuring customer satisfaction and seamless delivery operations.
Responsibilities
Carrier & Delivery Coordination: Schedule carriers for delivery of products and services. Act as the point of contact to provide logistical expertise, monitor progress, and resolve any transportation-related issues as they arise
Communication & Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with carriers, integration partners, and customers through responsive, clear, and interactive communication
Customer & Partner Support: Identify and address service needs and concerns from logistics carriers, integration partners, and customers to ensure timely and effective resolution and a high level of satisfaction
Documentation & Compliance: Prepare accurate shipping documents including bills of lading, export documentation, and other necessary paperwork to ensure smooth transportation processes and regulatory compliance
Data Management & Reporting: Manage and track high volumes of emails, calls, and shipments. Record and report on transportation activity, performance metrics, and issue resolution efforts
Freight Management: Track, document, and report on freight quotes, claims, and storage fees. Review and evaluate freight, rental, and equipment invoices, and submit for approval to the Logistics Manager
Problem Resolution: Analyze transportation issues, develop appropriate solutions, and follow through to ensure timely resolution. Maintain thorough documentation of issues and outcomes
Internal Coordination: Collaborate with internal departments to communicate logistics-related updates, concerns, or problems that may impact operations or customer satisfaction
Policy Compliance: Follow all established company procedures, communication protocols, and logistics policies to ensure consistency and compliance throughout all transportation-related activities
Additional Duties: Perform other logistics and transportation support tasks as assigned to meet department and company goals
Qualifications
Minimum of 7 to 11 months of hands-on experience in a transportation, logistics, or supply chain coordination role
Experience handling freight coordination, transportation documents, and working with carriers or third-party logistics providers is highly desirable
Prior experience managing high volumes of communication (calls/emails) and coordinating with multiple stakeholders is a plus.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Customer service orientation with strong problem-solving abilities
High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and communication
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Basic understanding of logistics documentation and transportation terminology
Education
High School Diploma or GED required. Additional education through night school, trade school, or correspondence programs equivalent to two years of college is preferred.