Shipping & Receiving -Outbound

Kloeckner; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid time off

Health insurance

HSA

Wellness stipend

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Adoption assistance

Fertility support

Referral program

Employee assistance

Employee discount

Job summary

American Fabricators | AFI is seeking a Shipping & Transportation Coordinator in Lebanon, TN to oversee the plant's distribution, ensuring timely and cost-efficient delivery of inventory and finished goods. You will coordinate outbound shipments with production and sales to confirm accurate, on-time order delivery to customers.

Responsibilities include processing shipping documentation, maintaining an organized shipping office, routing optimization, carrier communications, and cross-team

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• 1+ year in an administrative support role
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of office procedures, file management and forms design
• Strong organizational and time management abilities

Responsibilities

• Process shipping documents and bills of lading
• Maintain an organized shipping office with supplies
• Develop and optimize shipping routes to reduce costs
• Coordinate outbound shipments with production and sales
• Liaise with shippers, carriers and customers to ensure timely deliveries
• Communicate delivery schedules and inventory needs across teams
• Monitor shipping department productivity and report outcomes
• Provide leadership support as needed

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Administrative Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

American Fabricators | AFI
Lebanon, TN 37090, USA

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.

Summary of Essential Job Functions/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

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Health insurance – Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Wellness Stipend
• Paid Life insurance
• Paid Short / Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Adoption Assistance (Financial)
• Adoption & Fertility Navigation Support
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount

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