Logistics Specialist

Job Summary:

The Logistics Specialist supports tasks associated with the Warehouse (T&W) Department. This position has the primary responsibility and ownership for inbound process, Safety and Food Safety requirements and procedures will be followed.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Ownership of Inbound process. Scheduling appointments with carriers, load verification, accurately processing Goods Receipt, and paperwork retention.
• Scheduling appointments. Become steward of appointment schedule file.
• Load verification: Ensure accuracy of material delivered including proper documentation
• Good Receipt: Perform Goods Receipt into SAP timely and accurately.
• Collaborate / communicate with logistics manager to ensure scheduling optimizes resources in a safe and efficient manner.
• Support unloading/loading of packaged and bulk trailers.
• Accurately follow proper process including safety and quality.
• Work with sense of urgency while maintaining highest level of safety
• Flexible start / stop time and ability to work overtime as Dept. needs arise.
• Food Safety – The person will follow and support all elements of Safey Food Safety are being met within the department.
• Maintain clean work area
• 50% of role will be performing Material Handler duties
• Any other tasks as directed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Prefer knowledge in GMPs and HACCP
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required
• Ability to multiple task and work with shifting priorities is required
• Must display great attention to detail
• Ability to perform basic mathematics functions
• Ability to sit up to 50% of the time scheduled
• Ability to operate forklift
• Must understand and follow all safety and food safety policies and procedures

Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent and must be 18 years of age. Additional education or certifications are a plus.
• 1 or more years of inbound or outbound supply chain, distribution or logistics experience in a high speed environment. Food or CPG manufacturing experience is ideal.
• 1 or more years of forklift operation experience.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Experience with WMS, TMS or ERP systems, with SAP experience preferred
• Team oriented and the ability to work cross functionally with all departments within the plant.

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The pay range for this full-time, salaried position is $40,526 - $60,788/year. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance.

Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.