Load Planner - Freight Layout & Shipping Optimizer

Traka Group; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

401k plan

Job summary

Amarr, a part of ASSA ABLOY, in Lawrence, KS, seeks a Load Planner to create detailed load layouts for trucks, ensuring safe, accurate, and damage-free loading within guidelines.

You will verify related reports, revise layouts as needed, coordinate with Scheduling, update shipping paperwork, and communicate clearly with teams. Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook is essential. This role supports a fast-paced environment with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to learn policies quickly.
• Accuracy in handling large amounts of diverse data; speed and precision.
• Experience producing and using spreadsheets in Excel; proficient with Word/Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Produces load layouts for truckloads following guidelines and ensures legibility.
• Verifies Load Builder reports and updates layouts and shipping paperwork.
• Communicates with Scheduling when items may not fit the trailer.
• Revises layouts as needed and completes tasks within supervision timelines.
• Manages physical requirements and ensures safe loading practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Excel

Word

Outlook

Data accuracy

Navigator experience

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Amarr, a part of ASSA ABLOY, in Lawrence, KS, seeks a Load Planner to create detailed load layouts for trucks, ensuring safe, accurate, and damage-free loading within guidelines.

You will verify related reports, revise layouts as needed, coordinate with Scheduling, update shipping paperwork, and communicate clearly with teams. Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook is essential. This role supports a fast-paced environment with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.