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Salm Partners, LLC is seeking a logistics coordinator to manage inbound and outbound shipments, schedule trucks, and support receiving of raw materials at our Wisconsin facilities. You will coordinate internal shuttles, maintain shipping records, and ensure compliance with safety, SQF, GMP, and USDA requirements.
The role requires at least 3 years in logistics or warehousing, forklift experience, and proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, MS Office, and carrier communication.
Coordinates inbound and outbound logistics activities, with primary responsibility for scheduling and coordinating outbound shipments and support for the receiving of raw materials, including ingredients and packaging. Coordinates internal shuttles between the Hager and Woodrow facilities while ensuring accurate logistics documentation, inventory transactions, and communication between internal departments, customers, and carriers. Complies with all safety, food safety, quality, SQF, GMP, and USDA requirements and provides backup assistance to other department personnel as business needs dictate.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
A high school diploma or GED is typically required.
A minimum of three (3) years of experience in logistics, shipping, warehouse operations, inventory control, or a related manufacturing environment is preferred, ideally within a USDA-regulated food manufacturing facility. Experience coordinating shipments, transportation schedules, inventory transactions, or receiving activities is preferred. Previous forklift and material handling experience is required.
Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and adapt to changing priorities. Must be highly motivated, self-directed, and able to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Demonstrates strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Experience with lot tracking, inventory transactions, and product traceability is preferred.
Must possess strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Must be able to read, interpret, and accurately complete documents such as Bills of Lading, packing slips, shipping and receiving documentation, operating procedures, and safety guidelines. Must communicate effectively with carriers, customers, suppliers, and internal partners to coordinate shipments, resolve issues, and ensure timely movement of materials. Ability to train partners on shipping and receiving processes is required.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, and Word. Experience using ERP/MRP systems for shipping, receiving, inventory transactions, and order management is preferred. Experience with barcode scanning systems and warehouse management software is beneficial.
Must possess accurate basic mathematical skills with the ability to calculate quantities, verify shipment information, reconcile inventory transactions, and interpret basic reports.
Must be able to apply sound judgment and problem-solving skills to prioritize work, coordinate multiple shipments, resolve transportation and receiving issues, and make informed decisions in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to interpret written and verbal instructions and respond effectively to changing operational needs.
While performing the duties of this position, the partner is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle or operate office and warehouse equipment, and reach with hands and arms. The position requires frequent computer use, occasional movement throughout the warehouse and shipping areas, and the ability to communicate effectively with partners and drivers. The partner may occasionally be required to lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.