Dock Coordinator

PROTRANS INTERNATIONAL LLC•Romulus, MI

9h•$0 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for coordinating the proper receiving, storing, and shipping of all incoming freight and data entry floor transactions. The role involves ensuring compliance with operational procedures, managing inventory, coordinating trailer movements, and preparing materials for shipment. The Dock Coordinator also inspects warehouse conditions, reports equipment needs, and collaborates with supervisors to ensure smooth warehouse operations. Additionally, the position supports company policies for a safe workplace, participates in safety planning, and ensures the organization of quarantine areas and material handler assignments. Continuous improvement initiatives and the ability to handle multiple tasks are also key aspects of this role.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.
Ability to read and write in English is required.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed by uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Knowledge of TMS software.
Pass Protrans Forklift Performance Tests
Thorough Knowledge of loading and unloading trailers including the use of logistics bars.
Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk.
Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance.
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to hear in order to perform their essential job functions.
Specific hearing abilities required by this job include the ability to hear the forklifts, individuals that may be nearby, and the common noises of the environment around them at all times.

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak Spanish and English maybe required in some centers.

Responsibilities

Follows and ensures compliance with operational procedures for verifying incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of materials, and maintaining accurate warehouse inventory.
Coordinates the receipt and processing of all incoming freight, examines freight for damage, maintains inventory management, cycle counts, inventory accuracy, and places freight in proper location.
Coordinates the movement of trailers within the facility grounds.
Coordinates yard and dock checks.
Coordinates the preparation of materials for shipment: to include verification of part numbers, count boxes, and skids as necessary, verify correct paperwork and bar coding, matches trailer number with load.
Inspects and reports physical condition of warehouse and equipment.
Escalate the need for repairs and requisitions for replacement of equipment.
Confers with the supervisor/manager to ensure coordination of warehouse activities.
Supports and complies with all company policies and procedures to ensure a safe and healthy workplace.
Participates in planning personnel safety and plant protection activities.
Makes sure that the OS&D quarantine area is organized and procedures followed.
Ensures that all material handlers have assignments and the appropriate tools to do their job.
Identifies and implements continual improvement initiatives to enhance the performance of the position, team, and company.
Could handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously or switching rapidly between tasks while maintaining high productivity and accuracy.
Responsibilities include participating in interviews with supervisor/manager present, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; provide feedback to supervisor/manager on performance of employees; assists the Manager in addressing complaints and resolving problems.