Logistics Specialist

Hounen Solar America Inc.; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hounen Solar America Inc. is seeking a Logistics Operations Specialist to support logistics across our two manufacturing facilities in Summerville and Orangeburg, South Carolina.

The role focuses on coordinating material transfers between facilities, arranging transportation, and communicating with carriers and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery. The position will also be cross-trained in shipping/receiving operations and provide backup support as needed, with a typical schedule of three

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree is a plus
• Previous experience in logistics, transportation coordination, shipping/receiving, warehouse operations, or manufacturing preferred
• Experience coordinating with carriers, trucking companies, or transportation providers preferred
• Familiarity with BOLs, PODs, shipping documents, and basic transportation processes is preferred
• Strong communication, coordination, and follow-up skills
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Basic computer skills; experience with ERP, WMS, TMS, or similar systems is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple transportation requests and changing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
• Must be able and willing to work at both the Summerville and Orangeburg facilities each week

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily and scheduled material transfers between the Summerville and Orangeburg facilities
• Arrange trucks and transportation services for interplant material transfers
• Communicate with carriers, drivers, warehouse teams, and production teams regarding pickup and delivery schedules
• Track interplant shipments and follow up on delays, missed pickups, or other transportation issues
• Coordinate urgent or last-minute transportation requests based on production and material needs
• Ensure transfer quantities, shipment information, and related documentation are accurate
• Maintain records of interplant material movements, transportation activities, and delivery status
• Cross-train in shipping and receiving operations at both facilities
• Provide backup support for shipping and receiving when team members are absent or additional coverage is needed
• Assist with BOLs, PODs, shipment documentation, and other logistics paperwork
• Coordinate with internal teams to resolve material discrepancies, shipment delays, or delivery issues
• Support daily logistics operations at both manufacturing facilities
• Perform other logistics-related duties as assigned

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Follow-up

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree (a plus)

Tools

ERP

WMS

TMS

Job description

Work Schedule: Most of the time, work in Summerville, occasionally in Orangeburg

Department: Logistics

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a Logistics Operations Specialist to support logistics operations across our two manufacturing facilities in Summerville and Orangeburg, South Carolina.

The primary responsibility of this role is to coordinate material transfers between the two facilities, including arranging transportation, communicating with carriers and internal teams, tracking shipments, and ensuring materials are delivered accurately and on time.

This position will also be cross-trained in shipping and receiving operations at both facilities and will provide backup support based on operational needs.

The position will typically work three days per week at the Summerville facility and two days per week at the Orangeburg facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily and scheduled material transfers between the Summerville and Orangeburg facilities
• Arrange trucks and transportation services for interplant material transfers
• Communicate with carriers, drivers, warehouse teams, and production teams regarding pickup and delivery schedules
• Track interplant shipments and follow up on delays, missed pickups, or other transportation issues
• Coordinate urgent or last-minute transportation requests based on production and material needs
• Ensure transfer quantities, shipment information, and related documentation are accurate
• Maintain records of interplant material movements, transportation activities, and delivery status
• Cross-train in shipping and receiving operations at both facilities
• Provide backup support for shipping and receiving when team members are absent or additional coverage is needed
• Assist with BOLs, PODs, shipment documentation, and other logistics paperwork
• Coordinate with internal teams to resolve material discrepancies, shipment delays, or delivery issues
• Support daily logistics operations at both manufacturing facilities
• Perform other logistics-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree is a plus
• Previous experience in logistics, transportation coordination, shipping/receiving, warehouse operations, or manufacturing preferred
• Experience coordinating with carriers, trucking companies, or transportation providers preferred
• Familiarity with BOLs, PODs, shipping documents, and basic transportation processes is preferred
• Strong communication, coordination, and follow-up skills
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Basic computer skills; experience with ERP, WMS, TMS, or similar systems is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple transportation requests and changing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
• Must be able and willing to work at both the Summerville and Orangeburg facilities each week