Logistics Technician

The Logistics Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of logistics and supply chain activities within AgCertain.

• Operate safely and appropriately in all AgCertain situations and environments
• Load/unload trucks, railcars, totes/containers in accordance with company standards
• Ability to climb and work at elevation onto semi-tractor trailers and railcars in inclement weather from very cold to very hot ambient temperatures
• Properly document shipping and receiving logs/files/records for every shipment
• Conduct initial lab analysis on inbound product to ensure it meets quality standards
• Verify freight bills
• Prepare/review – packing lists, bills of lading, and other shipping documentation
• Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of the tank farm and trucking bay
• Receive parts and supplies for plant/office; properly file for inventory records
• Enter customer data into data management system as required
• Accept and facilitate customer sample requests
• Operate material handling equipment safely (forklifts, telehandler, pallet jacks)
• Operate company vehicles safely (box truck)
• Wear proper PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toed shoes)
• Utilize safety harness/fall arrest system when required by company policy
• Cross train with production
• Assist with plant operations/maintenance when required
• Properly package products and prepare products for shipping in accordance with all relevant regulations and shipping industry standards
• Receive after hours calls to facilitate operations and respond accordingly
• Comply with all company food safety and occupational safety requirements
• Maintain a clean, food-safe and occupationally safe truck bay
• Participate in company trainings
• Perform all other duties as assigned

• Answer the phone professionally and politely
• Communicate with customer/shipping company representatives by email
• Provide documentation to customers as needed
• Perform in all ways with appropriate AgCertain brand and communication standards

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent level certification with proven reading, writing, clearly legible handwriting, computer, inter-personal communication and mathematics skills
• Physical abilities to include the ability to lift 75 lbs (34 Kg), ability to spend 8+ hours on feet and/or standing in place
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to attain a chauffer’s license
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate internally and externally with customers and vendors
• Act with humility, honesty, integrity, and a commitment to safety
• Abide by Good Manufacturing Practices in all areas of the facility