Dock Coordinator

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Dock Coordinator is the heartbeat of the warehouse floor. This role is responsible for the systematic flow of all inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring that the right carriers/loads are at the right doors at the right time. You will serve as the primary point of contact between drivers, warehouse personnel, and the office to maintain a safe, organized, and efficient yard and dock area.

• Documentation & Compliance:
  Verify manifests and laydown sheets for accuracy. Ensure all driver logs and safety checklists are completed before departure.
• Make sure all the TMC are distributed by Thursday each week. Find locations for any left in the back.
• Deliver papers to the Aiken Post office
• Keep up with the vans and forklift maintenance, checklist and cleanliness
• Inventory Coordination: Communicate with carriers and dock worker.
• Communicate with Single Copy Manager on any rack repairs, store questions from drivers, carrier bag count, and any problems with paperwork.
• Get things ready for any events that need to use the van.
• System Management: use Newzware and Teams
• Organize and maintain the warehouses and circulation staging area.
• Safety & Security: Enforce dock safety protocols (e.g., trailer chalking, glad-hand locks, and PPE requirements). Inspect trailers for damage or debris before loading.
• Problem Solving: Resolve scheduling conflicts, late arrivals, or OS&D (Over, Short, and Damaged) issues in real-time.
• Run down routes

• Other duties as assigned by management
• Manage the Dock Worker and Contractors

• High school diploma or GED preferred

• Six months related experience

• Must be able to transport newsprint materials weighing 30 to 50 pounds and push loaded warehouse carts weighing up to 750 pounds

• Must have excellent attendance and punctuality record

• Must be flexible regarding work schedule (nights and weekends)

• Able to interact with people in a professional manner

• Adhere to department safety policies and practices

• Must have driver's license

• Ability to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, bend and stoop, perform moderate lifting (30 – 50 pounds), and pushing carts weighing up to 750 pounds.

• This worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, which may provide protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.