Logistics Operations & Dock Coordinator

Lynden; Fife (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lynden Transport in Washington state is seeking an Operations Assistant who supervises and coordinates service center activities, including pick-up, delivery, linehaul operations, paperwork, communications, safety and hazmat handling, and customer service.

The role involves supervising loading/unloading, coordinating service center tasks, enforcing safety regulations, handling records, and providing customer updates on freight status and delivery proofs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) with emphasis on business management or transportation studies from a four-year college or university; or three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret hazardous materials shipping regulations, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and present information to managers, customers and the public.
• Ability to calculate figures such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, volume, and density.
• Ability to work with others.
• Must be able to type and/or use keyboard efficiently.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; travel throughout the site; sit, stand or walk for extended periods.
• Work may occur in outside weather; may be exposed to fumes or vibration; moderate noise.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates off-loading and loading of trailers; oversees service center activities and coordination of linehaul, pickup, and delivery operations.
• Provides coaching, training, and performance feedback to staff; communicates with customers and management; resolves operational issues.
• Ensures safety and compliance with hazardous materials handling regulations and FMCSA rules; assigns work and analyzes requirements to improve efficiency.
• Performs customer service tasks such as tracing shipments, reporting statuses, and obtaining proof of delivery.
• Records and inputs data into the company system; handles inquiries and basic calculations for billing and shipments.

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) with emphasis on business management or transportation studies

Job description

Lynden Transport in Washington state is seeking an Operations Assistant who supervises and coordinates service center activities, including pick-up, delivery, linehaul operations, paperwork, communications, safety and hazmat handling, and customer service.

The role involves supervising loading/unloading, coordinating service center tasks, enforcing safety regulations, handling records, and providing customer updates on freight status and delivery proofs.