Logistics Specialist

Aston Carter•Pontiac, IL

7d•$16 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of a Logistics Planning Analyst is to coordinate and streamline the movement of materials, products, and workflow both within and across departments to support production schedules. This role involves reviewing, maintaining, and distributing production, work, and shipping schedules, as well as preparing reports related to inventory levels, costs, and operational performance.

Requirements

Strong verbal and written communication skills with excellent attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Ability to evaluate and analyze manufacturing, labor, and material costs.
Skilled in accurately documenting and maintaining customer and client information.
Basic coaching and mentoring abilities, including providing guidance and constructive performance feedback.
Understanding of applicable regulations and requirements related to production and shipping operations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

Review documents, materials, and products while monitoring work processes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established standards and specifications.
Analyze production schedules, work orders, staffing plans, and related documentation to determine resource requirements, material needs, and production priorities.
Track and maintain production data, including output volumes, raw material usage, and quality control metrics.
Coordinate the ordering and management of inventory, materials, and supplies necessary to meet production objectives.
Adjust production schedules as needed in response to design modifications, labor constraints, material shortages, or other operational disruptions.
Distribute production schedules and work orders to appropriate departments to ensure alignment and timely execution.