Shipping/Receiving Coordinator

Multimatic•Fort Wayne, IN

About The Position

This is a fast paced & high energy environment requiring the individual to possess the following abilities: multitasking, excellent communication skills, teamwork and the ability to organize and prioritize. The primary function will be the coordination of our incoming freight. Verify and ensure the accuracy of all Multimatic and supplier owned returnable containers (totes, racks, pallets, lids and bins, etc).

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Strong computer skills with Windows Office Suite, including proficiency in Word & Excel
SAP experience is a plus
Traffic and logistics experience
Must speak, read and write fluent English
Self-motivated and self-directed is a must as this position will have limited supervision
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
2-4 years’ experience in shipping and/or receiving processes & procedures
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos in English.
Ability to write effective correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
Effectively represent the company professionally to customers, clients, suppliers, truck drivers and other employees of the organization.
Ability to add and subtract three digit numbers and multiply and divide.
Ability to use the aforementioned skills using units of US dollars, weight measurement, volume and distance.
Ability to use micrometers and dial calipers.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written instructions.
Ability to deal with problems in standardized situations.

Responsibilities

Data accuracy
Adherence to tight receiving window times & customer requirements
Work with our suppliers, vendors, carriers and materials analyst to enhance freight utilization
Must have an understanding of our FIFO system and how it affects our supply chain
Insure that all purchased components are labelled and legible for inventory accuracy
Monitor Multimatic New Haven and supplier owned returnable containers as well as Multimatic expendable containers to minimize shipping costs
Must obtain a forklift license and able to operate safely and effectively
High forklift skill level. Must be able to drive and load in confined spaces such trailers, narrow aisle ways, receiving docks, etc.
Able to effectively utilize receiving and/or inventory software: Unload/load, scan, and receive all incoming freight
Prepare shipping documents (i.e.; BOLs, shippers, load sheets, etc.)
Utilize the Vendor Delivery Report to verify Part #’s and Quantities received
Send ASNs to suppliers within customer’s acceptable time window
Process materials-received paperwork according to procedures
Backup to the Shipping Coordinator
Able to work overtime (Daily & Weekend)
Other related duties as assigned