Dock Coordinator
About The Position
The Dock Coordinator is responsible for the timely processing of all outgoing less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments in accordance with company operational and quality procedures. The role assists with loading and unloading freight and serves as the supervisor’s “second set of eyes,” helping ensure the proper freight is loaded in the proper location at the proper time. The Dock Coordinator monitors trailer loading quality, supports shipment closeout, and helps coordinate freight, information, and personnel to optimize efficiency and minimize duplicated effort. The position requires operating a forklift to stage and load freight.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED or one to two years of experience in warehouse distribution.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Experience with MS Excel and MS Word.
- Attention to detail with alphabetic and numerical data.
- Knowledge of key corporate business systems.
Responsibilities
- Assist with tasks related to loading and unloading freight.
- Help ensure the proper freight is loaded in the proper location at the proper time.
- Monitor the loading quality of all trailers.
- Help ensure outgoing loads meet their cutoff times.
- Coordinate with the supervisor to ensure trailer swaps are completed in a timely manner.
- Coordinate freight, information, and people systematically to optimize efficiency and minimize duplication of effort.
- Take necessary steps to prepare trailers for closeout.
- Ensure all pallets for each order are accounted for before shipping.
- Wrap and stage pallets for shipment preparation.
- Operate a forklift for staging and loading.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
