Logistics Coordinator

Industrial Protection Devices. LLC; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrial Protection Devices. LLC in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Operator to manage inbound/outbound shipments, coordinate freight, and support warehouse operations.

You will prepare documentation, perform goods receipt checks, and assist with assembly/testing when workload allows. A background in manufacturing with 3+ years experience and forklift certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in manufacturing with domestic and export activity.
• Vocational qualification or equivalent experience in precision mechanical/electrical manufacturing.
• Able to sign BATF background check declaration and obtain facility approval for hazardous goods shipments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the inbound and outbound shipping and receiving requirements for finished product, components and raw materials.
• Liaise with freight carriers to ensure best performance and customer satisfaction, including package tracking and info exchange with Sales.
• Work with Procurement to obtain best service rates from 3rd party suppliers.
• Prepare all relevant documentation for outgoing freight.
• Report received materials to Finance and Purchasing to trigger payment.
• Conduct goods received quality checks against PO and supplier delivery note.
• Prepare shipments; assemble, pack, protect and label.
• Manage goods returned, damage issues and recovery of shipments.
• Prepare reports for management.

Skills

Forklift operation

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Education

Vocational qualification (Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing) or equivalent experience

Tools

Warehouse Management System

MS Office 365

Forklift Certification

Job description

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Full Time Regular Full-Time Minneapolis, MN, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1101

JOB SUMMARY

The Shipping & Receiving Operator works in the shop area and is responsible for shipping of orders (both domestic and export), arranging transportation pick up from vendors as coordinated with the Procurement Manager and the warehousing of incoming goods.

Responsible for making sure supplies, stock, materials, packaging, and/or products are processed through the delivery and/or warehouse system efficiently and safely.

When receiving and shipping duties are light, the Shipping & Receiving Operator will assist the shop area team in general product assembly and testing duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinate the inbound and outbound shipping and receiving requirements relating to finished product, components and raw materials.
• Liaise with freight carriers to ensure their best performance in achieving customer satisfaction. This includes package tracking and information exchange with the Sales Department when requested.
• Work with the Procurement Manager to ensure that the best service rates are provided to the Company by 3 rd party suppliers.
• Preparation of all relevant documentation for outgoing freight.
• Ensure received materials are reported to the Finance and Purchasing functions in order to trigger appropriate payment.
• Conduct goods received quality checks from suppliers to confirm compliance with purchase order and supplier delivery note.
• Preparation of shipments; assembling, packing, protecting and labelling.
• Responsible for verification of incoming material, loading and unloading of deliveries and shipments.
• Manage goods returned, damage issues and recovery of shipments.
• Preparation of reports for management

OTHER FUNCTIONS

Performs other duties as assigned within the manufacturing and assembly area of the facility.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education:A vocational qualification (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing.) or equivalent experience in a precision mechanical and / or electrical manufacturing, assembly and testing business.

Experience: 3+ years’ experience in manufacturing with experience of domestic and export activity

Background: Able to sign BATF background check declaration and achieve approval by this agency or its designee to work at the facility. This is required in support of the shipment of hazardous goods for which 3 rd party training leading to certification will be provided.

Knowledge:Experience in handling the needs of both internal and external customers in a manufacturing, product assembly environment. Certified in use of forklift truck an advantage. Knowledge of a warehouse management system. Excellent interpersonal communication skills, resourceful and self-driven. Preferred knowledge of MS Office 365 systems.