Job Summary
Warehouse Coordinator is responsible for supervising the scheduling and coordination of trucks and drivers according to customer requests and in compliance with DOT regulations and company rules. Control departmental expenses and generate solutions to issues as and before they arise. Notifies drivers of assignments; reviews and verifies the accuracy of driver's logs and database.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Manages and schedules all outbound and inbound loads and coordinates with sales and production
Coordinates proper loading and shipping orders with S/R personnel
Sets up all loads to be shipped by common carrier with outside freight companies
Makes sure the inbound product is stored properly
Determines mode of transportation and selects the appropriate carrier
Negotiates rates for transportation services
Coordinates routing of orders and dispatches carrier with orders and appropriate delivery instructions consistent with the customer receiving times
Ensures all internal/external paperwork meets all Universal as well as DOT regulations and procedures
Establishes delivery / receiving appointments and loading times for each carrier
Manages internal UFP equipment and drivers
Answers questions and resolves supplier and customer problems regarding transportation issues
Documents any shortage on orders, investigate reasons for occurrence, and informs carrier of shortage to get compensation or to resolve an issue with the customer with assistance of sales
Audits and approves freight bills for payment
Files claims for any loss or damage on inventory and notifies plant management
Takes and acts upon all calls for tracing and/or expediting orders
Prepares various reports and correspondence as required
Manages data on the data system
Performs other duties as required
Qualifications
Preferred bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent
Minimum of two years of experience as a Production Manager or equivalent
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and Outlook
Preferred experience and knowledge of UFP's organization, culture, and product lines
Skills and abilities
Hourly Pay Range: $20.00 - $25.00 hourly dependent on experience*
*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living
Bonus/Incentive Pay: A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.
Benefits currently offered to our employees:
• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefits
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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