Senior Logistics Specialist

REC SOLAR GRADE SILICON LLC • Butte, MT

56d • $76,000 - $118,000 • Onsite

About The Position

REC Silicon is seeking a Senior Logistics Specialist to lead and coordinate day-to-day logistics activities for its Butte facility. The role oversees inbound and outbound transportation, import/export activities, freight management, and logistics compliance, ensuring goods move safely, compliantly, on time, and cost-effectively. The specialist also provides guidance and operational support within the logistics function and supervises, directs, and trains one non-exempt logistics employee.

The position manages domestic and international shipments from origin to destination, coordinates shipment priorities across internal teams and external partners, and handles logistics disruptions and freight damage claims. It also manages service-provider relationships and contracts, monitors freight costs and market trends, maintains logistics schedules and records, and identifies process and cost improvements. The employee must support REC Silicon’s environmental responsibilities by recognizing and reporting environmental concerns to management and HSE staff.

The role is based in a warehouse environment, onsite and offsite, with exposure to moving equipment, mechanical parts, elevated or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and outdoor weather. The position has no direct budgetary responsibility.

Requirements

• High school degree and/or an Associate’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Three to five years of relevant logistics, transportation, or supply chain experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing domestic and international transportation, preferably involving hazardous materials.
• Experience with import and export regulations, documentation, customs requirements, and processes.
• Working knowledge of import classification and Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) / Schedule B selection and usage.
• Strong knowledge of hazardous materials transportation regulations, including DOT and IMDG.
• Experience coordinating specialized logistics services and applying transportation requirements to operational decisions.
• Experience working with freight forwarders, carriers, customs brokers, warehouses, and other logistics service providers.
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills and ability to learn new computer systems.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including developing and maintaining spreadsheets for freight cost, shipment, and logistics analysis.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple shipments, changing priorities, and time-sensitive issues simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to independently evaluate logistics issues and determine appropriate actions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise sound judgment in day-to-day logistics decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for coordinating with internal stakeholders, customers, carriers, freight forwarders, and other external parties.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Working knowledge of National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) guidelines.
• Must have and maintain a current and valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required DOT Hazmat and IMDG certifications.
• Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling specified weights, meeting vision and sensory requirements, and wearing standard-issued PPE.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field.
• Experience with SAP, PRISM, or similar ERP/logistics systems.
• Experience managing transportation involving hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead resolution of logistics issues and transportation disruptions, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage relationships and service performance with carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, warehouses, contracted drivers, and other logistics providers, including audits, site visits, business reviews, and issue resolution.
• Monitor and analyze freight rates, fuel costs, and transportation market trends to support budgeting, forecasting, cost management, and logistics decisions.
• Coordinate logistics contracts and service agreements, including rate reviews, renewals, and service requirements.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, IMDG, import/export, and other transportation requirements, and maintain required logistics licenses, permits, registrations, and certifications.
• Identify and implement improvements to logistics processes, cost efficiency, service reliability, and operational controls.
• Provide day-to-day supervision, work direction, and training to logistics employees and provide operational coverage as needed.
• Manage domestic and international shipments, including bookings, transportation arrangements, shipping documentation, customs requirements, delivery coordination, and tracking.
• Coordinate daily inbound and outbound shipment requirements with Customer Service, Operations, Product Management, the Distribution Center, carriers, and customers.
• Execute product shipments in company systems and ensure shipping and invoicing information is accurate and completed on time.
• Administer freight damage claims, including investigation, documentation, carrier coordination, and resolution.
• Maintain logistics schedules, records, and tracking tools, including the weekly gas shipping schedule and chassis inventory.
• Recognize and report environmental concerns to appropriate management and HSE staff.

Benefits

• 144 hours of PTO per year for the first five years of employment and 184 hours beginning in year six, with a high maximum balance and cash-out option.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with REC Silicon paying the majority of premiums for employees and dependents; includes virtual medical and mental health options.
• FSA and HSA availability.
• Voluntary life and AD&D, accident, hospitalization, and critical illness insurance options.
• Annual company bonus plan in addition to salary or wages.
• 401(k) plan with a discretionary company contribution that does not require employee contributions; matching is also available.
• Company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, Life Flight, Employee Assistance Program, wellness reward program, pharmacy advocacy, and disease management program.
• Flexible work schedules and limited work-from-home options.
• Position-based clothing, travel expenses, training, and additional materials on a case-by-case basis.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED