Logistics Operations Coordinator

CALIFORNIA SIERRA EXPRESS INC•Hayward, CA

1d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

We're a busy trucking warehouse with Tractor Trailers and Box Trucks working throughout the Bay Area. Our Operations Coordinator will monitor and update shipments in our transportation management system, helping to prepare documents for our drivers, and providing important information to our customers. The Ops Coordinator will also plan the activities of both warehouse workers and drivers to ensure our pick-up and delivery commitments are completed on time. Our operation involves handling a lot of shipments at the SFO airport cargo terminals. Having previous experience working with air freight is a plus. This position will require good decision making and problem-solving skills as well as excellent computer skills. California Sierra Express has been serving the air freight logistics industry for over 35 years. We operate five freight terminals in CA and one in Reno, NV. We're an overnight carrier serving international and domestic freight forwarders as a final mile Pick-Up and Delivery agent for shipments that travel around the globe. You'll be joining a local team of over 70 people all committed to providing the best service possible to our customers who trust Cal Sierra to move their shipments on-time throughout the greater Bay area.

Requirements

Consistent attendance Mon-Fri is mandatory.
Strong computer skills in order entry, dispatch, scanning and scheduling are a must.
2-3 years’ work experience in a transportation industry.
Knowledge of DOT Transportation concepts, practices, procedures, regulations and best practices.
Ability to manage time, organization and multitasking skills in a fast pace environment.
Ability to shift priorities with a focus on details and accuracy.
Extensive experience in customer services and is able to provide consistent quality service.
Proficiency in office software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Express.
Knowledge of applicable DOT/ FMCSA transportation regulations and laws.
Excellent verbal and written skills with the ability to communicate throughout the organization.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with air freight is a plus.
Experience with Transportation Software such as Samsara and crown a Plus.
Experience supervising others preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor and update shipments in our transportation management system.
Prepare documents for drivers.
Provide important information to customers.
Plan the activities of both warehouse workers and drivers to ensure pick-up and delivery commitments are completed on time.
Operate a forklift safely when needed to move shipments in and out of trailers.
Comply with all laws and regulations relating to driving, transporting and handling of freight including those issued by but limited to The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Department of Transportation (DOT).
Comply with truck, cargo and facility security requirements as outlined by the Transportation Safety Administration (TSA).
Comply with safe work practices as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA).
Comply with federal drug and alcohol regulations.