Transportation & Logistics Specialist II

Griot; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A competitive wage (DOE)

Co-pay Medical/Dental

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid vacation days + holiday pay

Employee discount plan

Employee Profit Sharing Plan

Job summary

Griot's Garage is seeking a Transportation Specialist (Level II) to independently coordinate daily transportation activities for raw materials and finished goods. You will manage shipment scheduling, documentation, tracking, and carrier communication across parcel, FCL, LTL, and FTL shipments while ensuring DOT and hazardous materials compliance in a chemical manufacturing environment.

You will work with procurement, warehouse, and fulfillment teams to meet production schedules, resolve issues,

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred in supply chain, logistics or related field.
• 2–4 years in logistics, transportation, warehouse, or distribution roles.
• Hazardous materials shipping experience preferred.
• Familiarity with shipping documents, freight terms, SDS and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with ERP/TMS/WMS systems and Microsoft Excel for reporting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound/outbound shipments across parcel, FCL, LTL, and FTL to align with production and customer delivery.
• Prepare and verify Bills of Lading, SDS, and other shipping documents; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate international shipments with carriers, customs brokers, and overseas suppliers; manage HTS classifications and duties.
• Monitor shipments from pickup to delivery; resolve delays and OS&D claims.
• Maintain carrier relationships; monitor performance and resolve service issues.
• Review freight invoices; provide reporting on freight costs and service levels; identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Identify opportunities to reduce freight costs and improve transport efficiency.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Carrier relationship management

Documentation & compliance

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree

Tools

ERP

TMS

WMS

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Griot's Garage is seeking a Transportation Specialist (Level II) to independently coordinate daily transportation activities for raw materials and finished goods. You will manage shipment scheduling, documentation, tracking, and carrier communication across parcel, FCL, LTL, and FTL shipments while ensuring DOT and hazardous materials compliance in a chemical manufacturing environment.

You will work with procurement, warehouse, and fulfillment teams to meet production schedules, resolve issues,