Lead Logistics Coordinator

Hitachi•Lake Orion, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and we’re always looking to get stronger across North America, Europe, and Asia. Join us as a Lead Logistics Coordinator in Lake Orion, MI as we work together to bring innovative automation solutions to life. The Lead Logistics Coordinator oversees the efficient flow of materials into, within, and out of the organization while supporting daily logistics operations and resolving complex transportation and shipping issues. The position provides leadership through training, mentoring, and serving as a subject matter expert, while coordinating freight, promoting Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, and ensuring safe material handling practices. It requires strong logistics experience, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently with a customer-focused mindset.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent
3-5 years in a business environment
Proficient in MS Office, strong organizational and time management skills
Work independently with minimal supervision
Exceptional work ethic and motivation to serve the customer, both internal and external

Nice To Haves

College preferred
2 or more years of logistics, materials management, or supply chain experience preferred

Responsibilities

Actively oversee and participate in the efficient and organized flow of materials into, around and out of the company.
Perform all job functions of a Logistics Coordinator.
Helps Logistics Coordinators and other JR team members resolve Logistics related problems.
Assists in developing training material for Logistics Coordinators and Lead Logistics Coordinators.
Trains Logistics Coordinators and other Lead Logistics Coordinators on job responsibilities.
Participates on and promotes Lean & Six Sigma initiatives related to Shipping and Receiving.
Coordinates truck load freight arrangements by developing freight requirements, requesting quotes from preferred carriers, analyzing carrier quotes, working with Purchasing to place purchase orders for freight and scheduling loads with carriers.
Assist in mentoring the logistics team members, as well as exemplify model behavior and positive attitude.
Serves as a Subject Matter Expert in one or more of the following areas: International Shipping, Truckload Freight Arrangements, Information Systems (Ops Manager, Job Track, Baan), Material Handling Equipment Usage and Safety.
Must be able to operate overhead crane and hi-lo equipment as well as potentially lift up to 50 lbs on a daily basis.
Any other tasks and work that Supervisor may assign from time to time.