What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Coordinator position at Jedco Inc.?
Logistics Coordinator
SUMMARY
Coordinates activities in verifying and keeping records on incoming and outgoing shipments, and preparing items for shipment by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Studies shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other records to determine shipping priorities, work assignments, and shipping methods required to meet shipping and receiving schedules.
Oversees and directs incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments.
Performs both usual and dimensional inspections on all incoming and outgoing shipments, where applicable.
Determines space requirements and position of shipment in boxcars and trucks and lays out position of shipment.
Determines routing and legal load limits of trucks, according to established schedules and weight limits of states.
Inspects loading operations to ensure compliance with shipping specifications, and seals loaded boxcars and truck doors.
Inspects material handling equipment for defects and notifies maintenance personnel or contacts outside service facility for repair.
Performs functions of shipping coordinator, when needed.
Drives company truck, as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Comfortable communicating with wide range of people/personalities. Must be highly motivated and able to handle multiple duties at one time. Must be a self starter and very well organized. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
-must have High School Diploma
-must be highly motivated and take attention to detail
-must have at least 2-4 years experience in the shipping/receiving field
-must have basic math skills
-basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel or Equivalent
-must have valid Michigan State Drivers License
- 2 to 4 years experience in Shipping/Receiving
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative 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 functions.
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.'
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Benefits offered:
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts such as HSAs or FSAs
- Other types of insurance
- Retirement benefits or accounts
- Education assistance or tuition reimbursement
Work Location:
- One location
This Job Is:
- A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
- Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED
- A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
