What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2nd Shift Logistics/Shipping Foreperson position at Michigan Turkey Producers?
Job Description
Job Description
Essential Functions of Role :
Following the organizational mission, this role performs “hands-on” Logistics department tasks; Organize and assign daily load activities; Build Truck Loads according to the “Daily Load Schedule”; Communicate with Traffic, Sales, Scheduling, and Operations for individual customer requirements; Prepare Export loads for approval according to USDA inspection requirements; Maintain communication with common carriers for efficient and on-time loading; Help coordinate weekly short haul deliveries with MTP associate drivers; Receive inbound loads in accordance with Quality Control guidelines and policies; Follow departmental HACCP procedures and regulations; Back-up the Logistics Manager and departmental needs; Flexible hours based on work load; Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the department Manager.
Qualifications :
Preferred Associates degree or equivalent education.; Minimum 5 years experience in shipping, receiving, and warehousing; Must have Industrial Truck equipment experience including, but not limited to Lift Truck, Powered Hand Jack, and Reach Truck; Detail Oriented; Able to work well under pressure and in a fast paced environment; Excellent communication skills; Must be responsible and self-motivated; Computer skills, utilizing various Microsoft programs; including Microsoft Office and Excel; Must be able to communicate, speak, read, and write fluently in the English language.
Physical Requirements :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions; Must be able to physically perform the essential functions of the role as outlined; Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing; Must be able to communicate utilizing various office equipment including the telephone, computer, facsimile machine, pager, etc; Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds throughout the scheduled shift.
