Logistics & Shipping Clerk I

INTERMOUNTAIN ELECTRONICS INC•Price, UT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Intermountain Electronics (IE) delivers dependable and effective critical power and process infrastructure and mission critical systems to virtually every industrial sector in North America. We provide custom-engineered, packaged equipment to industrial markets. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, automating and testing power distribution equipment for OEM, mission critical, oil and gas and mining industries. Reporting directly to the Procurement Manager, we are currently seeking a Logistics & Shipping Clerk I for our Dayshift to be based at our Price, UT facility. Why you will love working at IE You will love the challenge, interesting and varied work, and endless opportunities, but most importantly you will love working with a team of fun loving, driven, and generous go getters that take deep personal pride in being part of a family that is building the infrastructure that powers the world. To learn more about our company and our cutting-edge products, visit ie-corp.com. Job Description Job Title: Logistics & Shipping Clerk I Position Summary: The Logistics & Shipping Clerk I is responsible for outbound shipping activities of the company. They assist in quoting, negotiating, and arranging freight shipments including heavy haul loads as well as coordinate regular warehouse shipping functions including small parcel and LTL. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:00 am - 3:30 pm (every other Friday off)

Requirements

High school diploma, GED or equivalent; or at least two years of shipping and logistics experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret freight quotes, bill(s) of lading, shipping documents, invoices and freight contracts.
Ability to read, understand and apply standard shipping terms and conditions, DOT regulations and other related shipping/freighting terminology including bid quotes.
Ability to work effectively with multiple floor leads, project managers, and vendors and develop lasting rapport. Ability to address vendor issues and resolve problems in a timely manner.
Must be able to calculate figures and amounts such as freight quotes and mileage costs as well as multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction.
Ability to solve complex shipping and logistic problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have Good PC skills, proficient in Word, Excel, MS Outlook, EPICOR, and other specialized logistics software.
Must have OSHA Forklift Certification
Must possess a valid driver's license
Must comply with and follow all IE standards, programs, policies, and procedures as they apply to this position, reports any unsafe condition immediately. Must operate and perform job duties in a safe manner.
Must be able to operate/work safely around machinery/moving equipment. Must be knowledgeable of DOT standards and safety protocols.
Work is performed in an office setting, the production floor loading and unloading trucks, as well as in staging/loading areas outside.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places and outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Limited travel
Ability to stand for up to 8 hours or more
Have good manual dexterity
Show good judgment
Must have the ability to bend, squat and lift/and or move up to 20 lbs. frequently, lift and move up to 50 lbs. on a fairly regular basis and move up to 100 lbs. occasionally
Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Color Vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Must be able to work a 40-hour work week and additional over time when required.

Responsibilities

Responsible for shipping all materials out of IE. Prepare all material to be shipped by packing, wrapping, and assuring that material is protected for transport. Prepare all shipping documents for shipping.
Verify the correctness of outbound shipments against bills of lading, packing slip(s), invoices, manifests, etc.
Ensure that proper documentation is prepared, accurately processed, distributed, and released to carriers, forwarders, customers, and agents in a timely manner.
Understand basic Incoterms and their impact on the freight process.
Audit/correct carrier freight invoices and BOL's as necessary for payment.
Handle claims with freight companies and vendors, and let all appropriate parties know as soon as they become aware of damage to an IE shipment.
Convey part transfers as requested to any IE facilities and locations taking into account economics and need.
Assist in negotiating shipping costs and contracts with potential carriers
Schedule/coordinate shipments
Maintain customer profiles/carrier database to ensure all contact information is accurate and up to date.
Collect, analyze, and input data from customers for accurate load booking, i.e. pricing, on-time deliveries, customer recommendations, etc.
Obtain certificate(s) of insurance from carriers – ensure insurance limits meet or exceed load value
Coordinate outbound shipping activities with production, sales, purchasing, or any other IE relevant parties. Including notification of when to expect cranes, police escorts, or pilot cars, as well as areas or lanes that need to be cleared in order to facilitate the movement of large loads.
Verify with customers that their delivery requirements are being met, as well as that they are prepared to receive shipment.
Assist in resolving customer issues related to freight transportation and communicate to PM’s any changes or updates as needed.
Monitor shipments up to the point of delivery. Notify the appropriate Project Manager, Sales Rep, etc. of any delays or shipment issues throughout the shipping process.
Execute needed activities to recover service on potentially late shipments. Effectively communicate any variance from original customer requests for delivery.
Operate forklifts to move or hoist shipments from the shipping area to trucks.
Load trucks using inside cranes and hoists for basic lifts. Assist more experienced riggers with more complex lifts.
Assist in moving buildings from the shop floor to outside areas to be staged.
Assist with staging cranes and clearing areas for heavy haul equipment to be loaded
Assists in other warehouse functions as needed
Punctual. Maintains regular and consistent job attendance.
Maintains a safe working environment established by Intermountain Electronics, safety guidelines
Willing to work overtime when necessary
Follows and complies with IE Core Values
Follow and comply with IE safety program including following IE’s Cardinal Safety Rules.

Benefits

Competitive salary
PTO (Paid Time Off)
Paid Holidays (10)
Medical and Dental Plans
Teladoc 24/7/365 Access to U.S. Board Certified doctors
Employee Assistance Program
Company Paid Life Insurance
Supplemental Vision, Life, STD & LTD Insurance
401K- Company match up to 6% of base salary.
Health Savings Account (HSA) with available company match up to $2000 based on family size.
Paid Parental Leave