What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Coordinator position at Passel Farms?
Job Summary
The Animal Production Logistics Coordinator is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and communicating the pig flow and market hog movements to all pertinent individuals. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively with various teams to ensure smooth operations. The Animal Production Logistics Coordinator will report to the Animal Production Logistics Manager.
Job Responsibilities:
Coordinate and Schedule Animal Movements
Plan and schedule the transportation of animals between various stages of production, including from sow farms, wean-to-finish sites, and packing plants.
Ensure that all animal movements are compliant with safety regulations, welfare and biosecurity standards, and transport laws.
Optimize Logistics Operations
Track on-time delivery and communicate any delays to the receiving farm or plant.
Plan and schedule to maximize efficiency of movements.
Data and Reporting
Maintain detailed records of animal movements, locations, and transport schedules.
Complete all pertinent paperwork, charts, and recording of all required data as determined by supervisor.
Collaboration and Communication
Provide dispatch services for all live animal movements
Communicate & work effectively with internal & external parties, such as production teams, farm managers, packing plants, and transportation companies to ensure that all logistics operations are executed smoothly regarding schedule changes, transport delays or other issues that may arise.
All other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Experience
Proven experience in logistics or animal production.
Skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for coordination with multiple teams.
Problem-solving skills and ability to handle unexpected situations in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to navigate Microsoft Office products with an understanding that Microsoft Excel will be used daily.
Ability and willingness to be trained and work with company specific software.
Knowledge
Thorough understanding and the ability to apply commercial swine production knowledge.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in either Animal Science or Agricultural related field. (Requirement)
Join our team as a Logistics Coordinator, where you will contribute to the success of our logistics operations while developing your career in a fast-paced environment!
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
Application Question(s):
- Do you have livestock production experience?
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person