Logistics Coordinator at Powell Industries in Houston, TX

Job description

Powell People Solving Tough Problems As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing and field servicing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we provide a comprehensive salary package, 401K matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment. As a Logistics Coordinator - Shipping Lead you will be performing the following tasks to support outbound domestic and international shipments. Essential Responsibilities • Direct a group of Shipping Associates to follow shipping schedule and meet departmental and company goals • Ensure Safety training and practices are continuously performed for all personnel in the department. • Coordinate work schedules for Shipping Department personnel. • Make sure that employees have adequate material and tools to complete the assigned tasks. • Track, approve and record employees’ labor hours. • Maintain a safe and clean work environment. • Verify and prepare items for outgoing shipment. • Coordinate with customers for delivery requests, appointments, and requirements. • Prepare all shipping paperwork/documents. • Deliver material from manufacturing area to the shipping by physically moving parts, by hand, forklift and crane securing loads when required. • When needed, packaging, marking, and labeling of all material for shipment according to Company procedures and state and federal regulations. • When needed, load/unload material on trucks by physically moving parts, by hand, forklift and crane securing loads when required. • Contact selected carriers for scheduling pickups. • Verify materials loaded against Bill of Lading and Packing List. • Obtain appropriate signatures from truck drivers. • Verify truck drivers are compliant with company safety procedures. • Process necessary Oracle Transactions in the Ship Function. • File freight claims, damage, or loss. • Examine outgoing shipments to ensure shipments meet specifications. • Perform tools inspection (Nail and Staple gun, drills, etc...) • Maintain inventory of shipping materials and supplies. • Additional tasks per supervisor request. Minimum Qualifications • High School Diploma or General Education Diploma is highly desired • At least 1 year of Receiving experience is required. • Mechanical aptitude; Able to read a mechanical part or assembly drawing. Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements • Good leadership skills • Good product knowledge • Detail and results oriented, excellent accuracy and commitment to meeting deadlines. • Excellent communication skills with ability to solve problems and prevent conflicts Forklift and Crane certifications are required. • Saw experience is a plus. • Basic knowledge of MS Office products. • Able to work in a production/manufacturing environment. • Stable and current work history; demonstrating the ability to stay at a job for more than 12 months is desirable. More Information This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.