Gate Clerk

POET•Savannah, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world. BENEFITS & PERKS Eligible Team Members may receive $$ Competitive BONUS opportunities - up to SIX bonuses per year (Quarterly Profit Sharing & Value Share) Paid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours of PTO available on Day 1, on top of a biweekly PTO accrual program! Comprehensive benefits package; Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions 401K with company match Paid Parental Leave Tuition reimbursement Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements Discounted home and auto insurance All POET Team Members enjoy A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually 'Family-first' culture Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES As a Gate Clerk, you'll perform operational duties that help improve port drivers turn time, enhance awareness of fleet movements, and ensure yard management system data accuracy. This is an on-site role located in Savannah, GA .

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
1+ years of relevant experience.
Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills as well as the ability to embrace change.
You communicate effectively in writing and in person.
You have the ability to understand technical and day to day operation of a transloading facility.
Knowledge of the basics of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability of learning new programs.

Nice To Haves

High level of personal integrity
Interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization
Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Ability to embrace and promote change
Innovative mindset
Ability to think objectively
Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty
Ability to work in a team environment

Responsibilities

This team member will control inbound and outbound container movements between GPA port and POET Terminal Savannah container yards.
Ensuring yard management system data accuracy, while keeping in constant contact with port drivers.
Ensuring all check in/out procedures are followed per POET directive.
Assigns drop/pickup locations for containers according to daily plan.
Verifies container movement with drivers entering and exiting the yard, coordinating booking and container number verification in Freight Flow.
Assist Dispatch Manager with pulling data from carriers’ computer systems for reporting needs.
Records and maintains a daily physical yard check of all containers onsite.
Communicate with top lift operator for stack coordination while maximizing space utilization.
Coordinating traffic flow within the container yard.
Foster a culture of safe behavior and compliance at all times
Maintain and advance the food safety and quality of POET’s products and processes to deliver a best-in-class culture of quality.
Maintain a team environment at all times and champion POET in the community.
Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!

Benefits

Competitive BONUS opportunities - up to SIX bonuses per year (Quarterly Profit Sharing & Value Share)
Paid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours of PTO available on Day 1, on top of a biweekly PTO accrual program!
Comprehensive benefits package; Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution
Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions
401K with company match
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition reimbursement
Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations
Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements
Discounted home and auto insurance
A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually
'Family-first' culture
Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements