Logistics Coordinator

MEI Industrial Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

MEI Industrial Solutions in Houston, TX is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to schedule rigging crews and assign equipment per customer needs and DOT regulations. The role covers planning, dispatching, and ensuring MEI and rental gear are available and maintained.

You will process paperwork, enter data in Wright Plan, manage timekeeping in ADP, and communicate daily with foremen and drivers. The position is full-time, with 40+ hours per week and on-call requirements, including evenings or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two years logistics coordinator experience, preferably in rigging/transport.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and project management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and schedule work crews and equipment for each job including travel, load time and non-job-related projects and tasks.
• Manage paperwork related to daily export packing crew responsibilities.
• Assign and dispatch work crews every morning to job sites and yard projects based on customer and MEI requirements, ensuring employees are assigned per skill set.
• Dispatch/assign equipment (MEI and rentals) and tools to crew per job requirements including scheduling of equipment repairs.
• Prepare, organize and distribute paperwork related to the job, change orders, assignment of crew and equipment, safety, JHA’s and equipment repairs & inspections.
• Perform data entry into Wright Plan for labor and equipment.
• Review, edit and adjust labor hours in ADP, preparing final review and approval by manager.
• Update logistics job board daily by adding and cancelling pending and confirmed jobs.
• Coordinate, track and schedule drop off and pick up all equipment and rentals related to jobs, including equipment from other MRC locations.
• Provide direct supervision of driving and rigging crews to ensure performance, safety and MEI standards are met.
• Communicate daily with job foreman and drivers for scheduling efficiency.
• Provide new hire orientation covering safety, timekeeping and attendance requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Full Time Operations Houston, TX, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 5093

Position Summary:

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for the scheduling and assignment of rigging crews to jobs based on customer requirements and per Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Also responsible for ensuring rental and MEI owned equipment, and tools are assigned to crew per job requirements and scheduled for maintenance.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate and schedule work crews and equipment for each job including travel, load time and non-job-related projects and tasks.
• Manage paperwork related to daily export packing crew responsibilities.
• Assign and dispatch work crews every morning to job sites and yard projects based on customer and MEI requirements ensuring employees are assigned to job/projects in accordance with their skill set.
• Dispatch/assign equipment (MEI and rentals) and tools to crew per job requirements including scheduling of equipment repairs. Completion of all paperwork related to equipment maintenance, issues and repairs including the ordering of permits.
• Prepare, organize and distribute all required paperwork to appropriate groups (crew, accounting, operations management) related to the job, change orders, assignment of crew and equipment, safety, JHA’s (job hazard analysis) and equipment repairs & inspections.
• Perform data entry into software applications (Wright Plan) for labor and equipment.
• Review, edit and adjust labor hours in electronic timekeeping system (ADP), preparing final review and approval by manager.
• Update logistics job board daily by adding and cancelling pending and confirmed jobs.
• Coordinate, track and schedule drop off and pick up all equipment and rentals related to jobs, including equipment from other MRC locations.
• Provide direct supervision of driving and rigging crews to ensure performance, safety and MEI standards are being met.
• Communicate daily with job foreman and drivers for efficiency of scheduling and overall logistics.
• Provide new hire orientation to include safety, job and timekeeping & attendance requirements and expectations.
• Schedule: Full-time, 40+ hours per week. This role includes on-call responsibilities and may require after-hours, weekend, or emergency response support.

Minimum Qualifications (Experience, Skills, and Education):

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two (2) years proven logistics coordinator experience or comparable field preferably within the rigging or transportation industry.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and project management skills.
• Possess creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Applications.
• Ability to excel and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of intra and interstate trip permit regulations.
• Knowledge of customs requirements as it relates to export or import shipments.
• Valid and current driver’s license or ability to attain.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Standard office environment including work at a computer terminal. Will have extended periods of sitting and typing, with occasional walking, bending, twisting, squatting, crouching and kneeling. Work will require repetitive movements and will need clear speech and good hearing to be understood and understand others. Work will often be exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting; may work in close proximity to other employees.

Additional Requirements:

Work with a Top-of-Mind Awareness for the safety of yourself and everyone at the job site. Must be able to work in a high functioning team environment. Display the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Take pride in your work and in the company. Communicate openly and strive for peak performance in daily tasks. Know and deliver the quality service MEI’s customers have come to expect.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed by a Dispatcher and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or requirements. MEI reserves the right to change or modify this job description or the essential duties of the job, as necessary.

MEI is an Equal Opportunity, M/F/Disabled/Vet Preferred Employer.

M-F, 40hrs/week with opportunity for overtime
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