Logistics Specialist

We are seeking a skilled Logistics Specialist to join our manufacturing clients team on the 2nd shift! Apply today and call Career Connection Network at  for more information!

• Temporary to hire position;
• 2nd Shift: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM;
• $19 – $24/hr. (depending on experience);
• Position summary:
  
  This role is responsible for the shipping, receiving, packaging, moving of motors and/or associated parts to and from stores, customer, vendor and warehouse locations. The successful candidate will arrange transportation of goods to and from the various locations.

• Prepare motors and parts for shipment as per customer and internal requirements.
• Prepare documentation such as waybill, bills of lading, customs invoices and associated documentation, labels and other paperwork as required for shipments inbound and outbound from Canada, the USA and international countries.
• Receive motors and parts, recording all information received.
• Perform pick‑ups and/or deliveries as required, to and from customer and vendor facilities.
• Load and unload a variety of transport vehicles.
• Transport and move equipment to and from storage facilities.
• Receive incoming parts, supplies and materials.
• Operate forklift trucks, hand pallet trucks and/or other material handling equipment to load, unload, transport and store motors and associated parts and equipment.
• Communicate with staff and freight companies or customers by use of e‑mail. Use the internet to assist in finding the proper information to complete tasks and objectives.
• Ensure all motors, associated parts and equipment are packaged, fastened, protected and covered appropriately to transporting containers, crates and skids.
• Contact logistics companies to schedule transportation and competitive pricing for pick‑ups and deliveries.
• Ability to plan and coordinate shipments.
• Maintain storage facility and shop storage areas in a safe, clean and orderly manner.
• May be required to assist the office staff by opening and/or closing work orders; preparing packing slips and preparing shipping and other reports as required.
• Perform daily inspections of the company vehicles, ensuring all fluid levels are maintained, lights, mirrors, steering and brakes are functioning properly and that the general operation of the vehicles meet road worthy standards, making note and immediately reporting any problems or damage and completing the necessary paperwork to comply with DOT standards.
• This position requires that you will be on call, after hours and on off days, to respond to logistics or custom issues. A company communication device will be issued.
• Support Public Relations and Customer Service efforts including generating additional business when on calls.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal operating instructions.

• Minimum requirement:
  High School or Technical School.
• Minimum one year in a related industry.
• Experience as a driver, shipper and receiver in a related industry.
• Must be familiar with computers and basic Microsoft Office application programs.
• Understand Safety and ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management System requirements.
• Clean driving record and a forklift license.
• May work on fixed or rotating shifts, Monday through Sunday as required.
• Upon offer of employment, various pre‑employment screens will be required like background and drug screen.
• Benefit: company paid benefits like dental, health, vision, profit sharing, growth opportunities and referral programs.
• Must be able to travel to and from Canada when needed for deliveries, pick‑ups and training.