Order Processing & Logistics Specialist

ZipRecruiter; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative manufacturing company is on the lookout for an Order Processing & Logistics Specialist to join their dynamic team in Waukegan, IL. This role offers the chance to grow within a fast-paced environment while ensuring seamless order management and logistics operations. You will be responsible for processing customer orders, maintaining inventory levels, and collaborating with various departments to ensure timely deliveries. With a strong emphasis on effective communication and customer service, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the automotive industry. Join a company that values its employees and offers great benefits!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Employee Owned Company

401(k) & Match Contributions

Paid Time Off

Competitive Bonus Program

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills are essential for this role.
• Experience in order processing is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Process customer purchase orders and maintain inventory.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure on-time delivery performance.
• Manage parts orders including entry and tracking.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Experience with EDI and order entry platforms

Customer service experience

Effective communication skills

Prioritization and multi-tasking

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Job description

Job Description

Salary: $24 - $30 hourly

Summary

Fast-growing manufacturing company serving the automotive industry is seeking an Order Processing & Logistics Specialist at our facility in Waukegan, IL with room for advancement. The function of this position is to communicate with internal departments, external customers, and carriers to ensure on-time delivery performance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Processing customer purchase orders
• Maintain and monitor inventory to meet production demands
• Confer with departmental supervisors or other personnel to assess progress and discuss needed changes when applicable
• Work with colleagues and other departments to find appropriate solutions to issues as they arise
• Partner with shipping and transportation teams to execute seamless transactions
• Provide general parts order management to include; order entry, promise date compliance, backlog management, coordination of material shipments, on-time delivery, order expediting, and status/tracking of orders
• Other duties as assigned in Management's sole discretion

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Previous experience with EDI and order entry platforms
• Customer service experience from within a manufacturing environment
• Must be able to communicate effectively both in written and verbal formats
• Ability to prioritize, coordinate, multi-task, and demonstrate initiative
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Past experience in order processing position but not required

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Must have flexible working schedule to support operations
• Must be able to commit to full-time, in-office employment

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Employee Owned Company
• 401(k) & Match Contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Competitive Bonus Program

THESE MAY NOT BE THE ONLY DUTIES YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO PERFORM. THE REQUIREMENTS DESCRIBED HERE ARE REPRESENTATIVE AND MAY VARY FROM WHAT IS DESCRIBED. PURSUANT TO COMPANY POLICY, ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE YOU TO PERFORM THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED HEREIN. NOTHING IN THIS DOCUMENT ALTERS YOUR AT WILL EMPLOYMENT STATUS AND NOTHING HEREIN ESTABLISHES A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT THE SOLE DISCRETION OF MANAGEMENT.