LEER Group - Customer Service-Expeditor

JB Poindexter & Co.•Elkhart, IN

About The Position

An expeditor is responsible for facilitating the flow of work and materials to and from various work sites or departments as quickly as possible. This person will examine production and work order assignments to ensure compliance with production plans. This may include liaising with department supervisors to establish work progress. Main responsibilities include tracking orders, handling delivery delays, coordinating shipping, and ensuring that all orders have been shipped out.

Requirements

Solid mathematical skills.
Basic computer skills
Understanding of the product being procured
Good mechanical aptitude
Some experience in a manufacturing or delivery setting
Excellent communication skills
Ability to collaborate with many different teams.
Excellent planning skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail
Problem-solving skills
High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework or other formal training in related field preferred.
At least two years of related experience required.
Must have a passion for safety, workplace organization and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Enter production schedule based on shipping dates and instructions from Shipping Manager and Production Manager.
Work with customer service to coordinate the timing and means of delivery
Make changes to production units based on feedback from Customer Service
Handle any issues related to shipping delays.
Find solutions to errors, and other problems as they arise.
Work with various departments to determine the quantity and units required.
Keep track of all inventories of units on hand
Review and track all order due dates
Track orders from placement through delivery
Ensure that units are transferred to each department in a timely manner.
Print and distribute scheduled production work orders and reports.
Performs other clerical duties.