Shipping & Receiving -Outbound

Kloeckner Metals Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Kloeckner Metals Corporation in Chicago is seeking a Shipping & Transportation Coordinator to oversee the plant's distribution process, ensuring timely and cost-efficient delivery of inventory and finished goods.

You will coordinate outbound shipments with production and sales, manage shipping documents, organize routes, and communicate with shippers and customers to expedite deliveries and resolve issues, while monitoring department performance and supporting leadership when needed.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• 1+ years in an administrative support role in a professional setting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of office procedures and systems such as file management and record keeping.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Process bills of lading, shipping documents, freight bills, and other relevant paperwork to ensure shipments are documented correctly.
• Ensure the shipping office is fully stocked and organized, with all necessary supplies ordered and ready for daily operations.
• Develop and organize shipping routes to optimize delivery times and reduce costs.
• Coordinate outbound shipments with sales and production personnel to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries.
• Liaise with shippers, carriers, and customers to expedite deliveries, resolve issues, and maintain strong business relationships.
• Communicate effectively with production and sales teams to ensure alignment on delivery schedules and inventory requirements.
• Monitor and report on the productivity of the shipping department, ensuring efficiency and adherence to company standards.
• Step in as Traffic Manager or Shipping Supervisor when required, providing leadership and support in their absence.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the smooth operation of the shipping and transportation functions

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Administrative skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Summary:

The Shipping & Transportation Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the distribution process at the plant level, ensuring the timely and cost-efficient delivery of inventory and finished goods. This position works closely with production and sales teams to coordinate outbound shipments, ensuring the accurate and on-time delivery of orders to customers.

Job Responsibilities:

• Shipping Documentation: Process bills of lading, shipping documents, freight bills, and other relevant paperwork to ensure all shipments are documented correctly
• Shipping Office Management: Ensure the shipping office is fully stocked and organized, with all necessary supplies ordered and ready for daily operations
• Route Organization: Develop and organize shipping routes to optimize delivery times and reduce costs
• Outbound Shipment Coordination: Coordinate outbound shipments with sales and production personnel to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries
• Carrier & Customer Communication: Liaise with shippers, carriers, and customers to expedite deliveries, resolve any issues, and maintain strong business relationships
• Team Communication: Communicate effectively with production and sales teams to ensure alignment on delivery schedules and inventory requirements
• Shipping Department Monitoring: Monitor and report on the productivity of the shipping department, ensuring efficiency and adherence to company standards
• Leadership Support: Step in as Traffic Manager or Shipping Supervisor when required, providing leadership and support in their absence
• Additional Tasks: Perform other duties as assigned to support the smooth operation of the shipping and transportation functions

Qualifications:

• Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: 1+ years in an administrative support role in a professional setting
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information effectively to different teams
• Administrative Skills: Knowledge of office procedures and systems such as file management, record keeping, and designing forms
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management abilities, with a focus on efficiency and attention to detail

Compensation

$40,000 - $45,000 annually

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