Freight Logistics Specialist

Company: UNX-Christeyns
Location: Greenville
Posted on: November 25, 2022

Job Description:

*Purpose: *
The Freight Logistic Specialist is responsible for the coordination of all inbound and outbound freight.

*Position Responsibilities: *

* Complete pallet worksheets for all orders to ensure safe and efficient transport of products
* Follow-up on freight claims (i.e. damaged shipments, lost shipments, incomplete shipments, etc.)
* Work with logistics partner to schedule inbound and outbound freight based on price and availability
* Complete shipping documentation, such as bills of lading, etc.
* Consult with and provide assistance to truck drivers, freight dispatchers, and other relevant personnel
* Cultivate relationship with sales representatives for logistics partner and various freight companies
* Take corrective actions to resolve recuring problems with freight carriers
* Approve freight invoices to ensure timely and accurate payment
* Prepare and ship FedEx Chemical Orders
* Communicate all pertinent information to Supply Chain Director, Plant Manager and other relevant personnel.

*Other Duties: *

* Make job quality a high priority by observing areas of concern or potential improvements. Relay any suggestions to the Plant Manager.
* Support in warehouse tasks, as requested.
* Perform other related duties as assigned.
* Follow all safety rules and report any discrepancies, issues, or non-safe incidents.
* Keep work area in a clean and orderly condition.

*Qualifications: *

* Associates Degree or 3+ years of relevant work experience
* Must demonstrate strong computer literacy
* Must be able to work in a team environment and independently
* Attention to detail
* Maintain accurate documentation
* Requires ability to multi-task

*Physical Requirements: *

* Position requires the ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs unassisted
* Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing
* Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
* Requires bending, squatting, reaching, pushing, climbing
* Some exposure to hazardous chemical and other active chemical ingredients

*Compensation and Benefits Package: *

* Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
* Life, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and AD&D Insurance
* Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave
* 401k Plan

*Equal Opportunity Employer Women/Minorities/Disabilities/Veterans*

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
* Commission pay

Work Location: One location%58047475%

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