Yard Coordinator - 2nd Shift

Penske; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K

Associate Referral Program

Boot allowance

Job summary

Penske Logistics, Liberty, NC is seeking a yard coordinator to direct the movement of trucks, trailers and freight while ensuring accurate data in internal systems. You will create a shunt schedule and act as the main contact for yard activity and safety policy adherence.

The role requires a high school diploma, experience with dolly crank and bolt cutters, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook. Shift: 2nd; pay $22.00/hour with $0.75 shift differential, plus benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience using a dolly crank and bolt cutters.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency with Outlook and Intranet.
• Strong time management and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Creates yard layout and trailer movement schedule (known as “shunt schedule”).
• Interfaces with Security as needed regarding safety, accidents and customer policy.
• Conducts yard audits and ensures accuracy of information in internal and/or external electronic systems through accurate data entry and audits.
• Performs necessary reporting functions.
• Accountable for maintaining a safe work environment.
• Meets deadlines for reports and activities.
• Adherence to company guidelines and expectations.
• Other projects as assigned by the Supervisor.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Time management

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Dolly crank

Bolt cutters

Job description

Position Summary:

In this role you will be the primary contact for all yard activity relating to the movement of trucks, trailers, freight, and traffic for drivers including trailer location / rotation.

Why is Penske Logistics for you?

We take pride in offering a competitive wage and great benefits including:

Work Schedule:

• 2nd Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM (weekends required; two on then two off alternating weekend work)
• Week 1 Su, We, Th
• Week 2 Mo, Tu, Fr, Sa

Pay:

• $22.00 Hourly Base Rate
• $0.75 Shift Differential

Additional Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• Associate Referral Program
• $125 Boot allowance after 90-days of employment

Major Responsibilities:

• Creates yard layout and trailer movement schedule (known as “shunt schedule”)
• Interfaces with Security as needed regarding safety, accidents and customer policy
• Conducts yard audits and ensures accuracy of information in internal and/or external electronic systems through accurate data entry and audits
• Performs necessary reporting functions
• Accountable for maintaining a safe work environment
• Meets deadlines for reports and activities
• Adherence to company guidelines and expectations
• Other projects as assigned by the Supervisor

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Experience using a dolly crank & bolt cutters required
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office
• Entry level skills with Outlook and Inter / Intranet use
• Organizes own work and the work of others to achieve goals in a timely manner
• Assess situations to determine the importance and urgency; determine and act on next steps or elevate as required
• Reviews, selects and disseminates information regarding key technologies, best practices, and tools to others in the group
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others in a team environment
• May lead small groups in work function or across functions
• Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems
• Determines appropriate next steps, manage multiple functions and executes deliverables in a timely manner
• Works well with limited supervision. Exercises strong time management skills.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required.

Physical Requirements:

• -The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• -The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
• -While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
• -Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• -Required to be able to open trailer doors (50lbs)

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary:

$22.00 Hourly Rate and $0.75 Shift Differential

Benefits:

Our excellent benefits plan keeps associates and their families happy, healthy and secure. To learn more visit https://penske.jobs/benefits/

Application Deadline:

Ongoing

About Penske Logistics

Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.

Job Category: Logistics/Supply Chain

Job Family: Warehouse

Address: 4857 Dogwood Ln

Primary Location: US-NC-Liberty

Employer: Penske Logistics LLC

Req ID: 2609619