Traffic Assistant

Canam Steel Corporation•Point of Rocks, MD

About The Position

We are looking for self-motivated and safety-conscious candidates who would like to join our production team. JOB SUMMARY: Provides administrative support for the functional areas in traffic. Answers phones and directs callers accordingly. Functions as a direct point of contact for customers, drivers, contract carriers, and division employees in various departments.

Requirements

Experience in dispatching (Shipping & Receiving)
High School Diploma or GED
PC skills including MS Word and MS Excel minimum.
Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

Experience with inventory, shipping, receiving and production software preferred.

Responsibilities

Creates and maintains systems affecting all areas of shipping including DOT Regs and contracts.
Assists the department manager with the methods and procedures for the transport of raw materials of the finished product to the customers.
Assists with the scheduling of inbound and outbound shipments and communicates with affected departments and Project Management.
Communicates with shipping locations outlining the specific compliance instructions.
Responsible for raw material delivery appointments, system receipts, and accuracy of paperwork.
Takes pictures of outgoing loads and logs them as required.
Performs day to day dispatch functions for shipping office.
Produce Bills of Lading for outbound loads
Produce maps for jobs schedule
Maintains a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in an effective manner with customers, co-workers, clients and supervisors.
Performs other job duties as assigned by supervisor.