Shipping & Receiving Logistics Coordinator

Company Overview:
Schafer Industries is a premier supplier of off-highway axles and differentiated precision gearing solutions. Established in 1934, Schafer Industries has locations in South Bend, IN, Roscoe, IL, Fredericktown, OH and Blacklick, OH. Schafer Industries is one of the few manufacturers of integrated axle solutions in the off-highway electric vehicle market. Schafer serves customers in a variety of end markets including off-highway vehicles, recreational vehicles, aerospace, defense, oil & gas, material handling, powertrain, electric mobility, heavy duty trucking, agriculture, and construction. Our mission is to leverage world class capabilities to deliver superior products and services to maximize the value for our customers, employees, shareholders, and communities.

Position Summary:
Schafer Industries is currently seeking a 1st shift Logistic Coordinator for its Schafer Roscoe, Illinois location.

Why Work at Schafer Industries?

• We are a growth-oriented company with a diversified customer base.
• We are committed to a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• You will enjoy a collaborative work environment where your talents and opinions matter.
• We provide training as well as opportunities to work on projects in support of your career development.
• You will quickly see your impact when working with the team.
• We have competitive pay and benefits to include 401(k) match and tuition reimbursement.
• We live our values of Safety, Integrity, Responsibility to Others, Customer Focus, Continuous Improvement and Accountability in all that we do.

Job Summary:
Responsible for shipping accurate counts of products to customers in a timely manner using the most efficient methods. Review product that is received for damage and accurate count. Completes and reviews required receiving forms to ensure all information is noted and documents are attached. Utilize ERP System (Visual) for inventory transactions, packing slips, and outside service processes. Work in conjunction with Supervisor to communicate with production, purchasing, etc. to determine assembly, shipping, or receiving priorities. Operate forklift to transport materials safely.

1. Essential Functions:

• Manages the shipment and receipt of all products, materials, and supplies.
• Collaborates and communicates with customer service representatives, vendors, and others involved in the shipment and receipt of products.
• Tracks, traces, and updates the status of incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Maintains a clean, neat, and member-ready area.
• Promptly unloads trucks and deliveries and sorts and stocks receivables.
• Engages with vendors and drivers with a positive attitude.
• Provides additional backup support for shipping and receiving departments.
• Trouble shoots shipping issues and customer complaints that arise and work to solve them.
• Verify packages according to order and invoices (quantity, quality, price etc.).
• Place merchandise in a warehouse or storage facility by packaging, lifting items as necessary, operating forklifts and pallet jacks for large goods.
• Collaborating with procurement staff to list expected deliveries.
• Receiving shipments and signing paperwork upon receipt.
• Label deliveries and allocate them to their designated place.
• Maintain accurate records and assist in inventory control.
• Perform daily safety inspections on company transportation vehicles before each use. This includes forklifts.

2. Ensure the operational effectiveness of all the assigned equipment:

• Perform daily safety inspections on company transportation vehicles before each use. This includes forklifts.

3. Responsible for supporting the Schafer Business Process:

• Maintain the 6S program in assigned area.
• Submit the required number of continuous improvement ideas.

4. Contributes to the overall effectiveness of the company by:

• Channeling problems and/or complaints to appropriate person for resolution.
• Supporting all Schafer policies and procedures.
• Reporting to Supervisor when assignments cannot be completed.
• Providing input and assistance with the implementation of quality improvement.
• Performing other job-related duties as required.
• Training new personnel in the operations of Shipping & Receiving.
• Assisting and/or training in other areas as needed.

5. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organization and administrative skills.
• Integrity and leadership skills.
• Exemplary customer care skills.
• Keen eye for detail.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of ERP System (Visual).
• Superior working knowledge of computer programs.
• Ability to operate warehouse machinery such as forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Detail-oriented and multitasking skills.
• Solid understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Basic math and recording abilities.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Requires physical ability and stamina to perform the essential functions of the position, including the ability to walk, stand, lift, carry up to 30 pounds, push, kneel, bend, stoop, reach over and under waist level, twist for extended periods of time on cement or other hard surfaces, etc.

6. Working Conditions:

• Air conditioned/heated manufacturing facility with possible exposure to noise; dust; fumes; physical, chemical, and biohazards; solvents, oils, and detergents.
• This job is to be performed at the designated facility 100% of the time unless directed otherwise by manager/supervisor.

Schafer Industries is an EEO/AAP Employer:
Our company is committed to providing equal employment opportunity. This means that we make employment decisions on the basis of job-related qualifications, skills and abilities and not on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

As a federal subcontractor, we also are required to take affirmative action, or proactive measures, to prevent discrimination.

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