Dynamic Dock & Yard Operations Specialist

Jobtailor; Pryor Creek (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Dock Coordinator to support loading/unloading dock activities and coordinate trailer movements in a fast-paced warehouse setting. The role emphasizes safety, stakeholder communication, and adherence to 7S standards.

The candidate will use Office 365 and Google Suite to document issues, track activity, and communicate updates, while collaborating with site operations and customer-facing teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse, distribution, dock, yard, or transportation environments.
• Ability to coordinate dock or yard activities in a fast-paced operation.
• Knowledge of trailer docking, release procedures, and trailer anatomy.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and across varied terrain.
• Proven ability to follow defined processes, safety standards, and escalation protocols.
• Strong communication skills with daily customer-facing and cross-functional interactions.
• Comfort using Microsoft Office 365 and Google Suite applications.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and cover long distances daily.

Responsibilities

• Champion operational safety and support the use of hand tools and dock-related equipment as required.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for loading and unloading dock activities.
• Coordinate trailer movements to support daily operational priorities.
• Manage and sequence trailer docking, release, and yard flow.
• Monitor dock conditions and exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions are identified.
• Follow proper escalation procedures.
• Partner with site operations, transportation, yard services, and customer-facing teams to prioritize tasks.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders with a strong customer service mindset.
• Ensure dock activities align with process guidelines, safety standards, and site SWIs.
• Support dock and yard organization in alignment with 7S workplace standards.
• Conduct visual inspections to identify risks, inefficiencies, or potential delays.
• Use Microsoft Office 365 and Google Suite to track activity, communicate updates, and document issues.
• Provide coverage and operational support to site leadership and Lead peers as needed.

Skills

Dock coordination

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Customer service

Situational awareness

Tools

YMS (Yard Management Systems)

WMS environments

Dock equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a Dock Coordinator to support loading/unloading dock activities and coordinate trailer movements in a fast-paced warehouse setting. The role emphasizes safety, stakeholder communication, and adherence to 7S standards.

The candidate will use Office 365 and Google Suite to document issues, track activity, and communicate updates, while collaborating with site operations and customer-facing teams.