Salary Range: $22.00–$25.00 per hour
About the Role
This position supports the daily operations of a trucking and railroad logistics team. The focus is on ensuring smooth administrative processes, maintaining compliance documentation, and facilitating effective communication among staff, drivers, vendors, and customers.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to the operations team: manage schedules, coordinate meetings, and handle correspondence.
- Maintain organized physical and electronic filing systems for shipping documents, compliance records, and employee files.
- Assist in preparing and processing transportation paperwork such as waybills, manifests, and bills of lading.
- Monitor office‑supply inventory and place orders to ensure uninterrupted operations.
- Serve as the primary contact for internal staff and external partners (drivers, vendors, customers) for routine inquiries.
- Support HR functions: onboarding, employee records, and tracking training certifications.
- Coordinate freight pickups and deliveries, ensuring accurate information flow between dispatch, drivers, and clients.
- Assist with basic financial tasks: invoice entry, expense tracking, and weekly operational reports.
- Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory requirements by keeping documentation current and facilitating audits.
- Perform other ad‑hoc duties to support overall operational efficiency.
Essential Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or higher in Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field preferred.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and office management software.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organization with keen attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
- Basic understanding of transportation terminology and logistics processes (advantageous).
- Professional demeanor and ability to interact courteously with diverse stakeholders.
Desired Experience
- 1–3 years of administrative or clerical experience, preferably in transportation, logistics, or manufacturing.
- Familiarity with shipping documentation, compliance forms, and basic inventory control.
- Experience supporting drivers or field personnel is a plus.
Salary & Benefits
- Competitivehourly pay: $22.00–$25.00
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays).
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
- Professional development and on‑the‑job training opportunities.
- Supportive work environment with growth potential.