Temporary: Logistics Manager
About The Position
The temporary Logistics Manager oversees day-to-day warehouse, shipping, receiving, and internal logistics operations. The role manages workflows to ensure timely, accurate, and cost-effective movement of goods, supports interdepartmental problem-solving, and drives continuous improvement across the logistics function. The Logistics Manager works closely with supply chain, production, and customer service teams to meet operational goals and customer expectations. The position requires prior warehousing experience and attention to detail. IDI training is offered for specialized product identification, packaging, and safe-handling functions. The candidate must be able to perform light-industrial tasks, including lifting heavy items and using material-handling devices and small hand tools. OSHA forklift training and certification are required; DOT/HazMat training and certification are a plus. Knowledge of ISO 9001 certification is also a plus, and IDI will provide training. The candidate must be able to work independently with minor supervision.
Requirements
- Prior warehousing experience.
- Strong organization, efficiency, and attention to detail.
- Physical capability to perform light-industrial tasks, including lifting heavy items.
- Proficient use of material-handling devices and small hand tools.
- OSHA Forklift Training and Certification required.
- Willingness and ability to work independently with minor supervision.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 certification, particularly product release, nonconforming-material issues, and mitigation; training will be provided by IDI.
- DOT/HazMat Training and Certification.
Responsibilities
- Work with Customer Service personnel to fulfill and schedule daily and weekly shipping needs.
- Coordinate ongoing shipping and receiving activities according to volume requirements.
- Assist Accounting with maintaining the Daily Sales Log for product lot traceability.
- Conduct incoming raw-material and packaging inspections to ensure quality and accuracy.
- Manage product flow with the Production Team and organize product to maintain FIFO stock rotations.
- Work with Production personnel to address low-stock and out-of-stock inventory items.
- Order shipping supplies as required.
- Manage electronic online shipping with FedEx, UPS, and LTL carriers.
- Keep the Shipping/Receiving area organized, clean, and neat, with an emphasis on safety.
- Assist the Production Team with product packaging, palletizing goods, and organizing finished product.
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