Load Planner: Freight Routing & Optimization

Mauser Packaging Solutions; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Mauser Packaging Solutions in Addison, IL invites you to join our logistics team as a Load Planner. You will coordinate outbound and inbound shipments, balance capacity and driver availability, and make routing decisions to meet delivery deadlines.

Using TMS, MS Office, and strong communication with dispatchers, warehouse staff, drivers, and customers, you will ensure accurate documentation, compliance with DOT/EHS rules, and monitoring of KPIs such as cost per load and on-time pickups.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Entry level to 1 year inventory, warehouse, and receiving experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to communicate with internal/external customers and vendors.
• Basic math and English literacy.

Responsibilities

• Load Planning & Routing: Build, plan, and assign outbound/inbound shipments using Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Optimization: Calculate weight distribution, trailer capacity, and assess variables to maximize space and ensure safe transport.
• Coordination & Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for dispatchers, warehouse operations, drivers, and customers.
• Compliance & Documentation: Validate Bills of Lading (BOLs), proof of delivery (POD), and ensure adherence to DOT, EHS, and Federal Motor Carrier regulations.
• Performance Tracking: Monitor in-transit loads, track delivery times, and compile KPI data (e.g., cost per load, on-time pickup percentages).
• Schedule inbound truck deliveries and outbound freight pickups.
• Inspect incoming items and compare them with purchase orders and packing lists.
• Process bills of lading, airway bills, and tracking numbers via carriers like UPS or FedEx.
• Identify, document, and resolve freight damage, missing items, and inventory discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment, including the loading dock, in accordance with company safety standards.
• Serve as the primary liaison between vendors, drivers, and customer service to ensure clear communication and efficient issue resolution.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

English proficiency

Basic Math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mauser Packaging Solutions in Addison, IL invites you to join our logistics team as a Load Planner. You will coordinate outbound and inbound shipments, balance capacity and driver availability, and make routing decisions to meet delivery deadlines.

Using TMS, MS Office, and strong communication with dispatchers, warehouse staff, drivers, and customers, you will ensure accurate documentation, compliance with DOT/EHS rules, and monitoring of KPIs such as cost per load and on-time pickups.