About this role
Coordinate loads of trucks with accurate trailer shipments and other parts while maintaining a safe work environment for all department employees. *This job is a combination of indoor and outdoor work regardless of weather conditions. Overtime is a requirement.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Actively observe and promote Big Tex safety standards
- Ensure employees follow all appropriate safety procedures and have all necessary PPE to perform their role in a safe manner
- Move trailers from staging area without damage
- Stack & load trailers according to load sheetAssist with parts orders loading process
- Verify shipment for accuracy
- Build shipping blocks and dunnage
- Open and close the shipping office
- Continually communicate with sales and production to forecast shipments
- Coordinate and arrange shipments with freight carriers.
- Process related shipping paperwork with accounting and freight carriers.
- Develop and follow leader standard work to ensure completion of all daily tasks
- Continuously improve production processes to increase safety, quality, and efficiency performance through implementation of Lean Principles
- Be actively involved in the hiring, evaluation, and coaching processes for department employees
- Foster a healthy relationship with employees by treating them fairly and with respect
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High School Degree or Equivalent Required
- Minimum 3-5 years Logistics and Shipping Experience