Traffic Clerk

Lineage•Bedford Park, IL

4d•$17 - $29

About The Position

The Traffic Clerk compiles and maintains records of inbound and outbound shipments and plans and directs driver assignments. The role includes checking drivers in, assigning them doors, and checking them out once their loads are complete. The position is listed for a second shift, Monday through Friday, 2:30 PM–11:00 PM. The Traffic Clerk serves as a first point of contact for delivery drivers and coordinates with warehouse and transportation teams to ensure shipping and receiving documents are completed accurately and on time. The role also involves verifying and counting products, maintaining shipment data in the warehouse management system (WMS) scheduler, and communicating with carriers and team members about arrivals and appointments. Some requirements and duties may vary by facility. Depending on the site, the position may involve receiving and logging carrier cash, basic math, working in cold or hot storage conditions while wearing provided protective equipment, and lifting at least 20 pounds. The work environment may have varying noise levels, which can sometimes be loud.

Requirements

Basic math skills may be required at some facilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact with internal and external customers; English may be required.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work in temperatures as low as -20°F/-25°C in cold storage sites or up to 100°F/37°C in dry storage sites while wearing company-provided personal protective equipment and freezer gear, as may be required at some facilities.
May be required to lift a minimum of 20 pounds/9 kilograms; the weight may be higher depending on the facility.
Ability to work a flexible work schedule and shift, including weekends if needed.
Must be comfortable with various noise levels, which can sometimes be loud.

Responsibilities

Serve as the first point of contact for delivery drivers.
May receive, count, and log cash received by carriers.
Coordinate with warehouse and transportation teams to ensure shipping and receiving documents are completed accurately and on time.
Verify and count products to confirm data accuracy in the system.
Notify carriers and key team members about pending, no-show, and unscheduled arrivals.
Engage with drivers and reschedule appointments when necessary.
Enter data into the warehouse management system (WMS) scheduler.
Compile and maintain records of inbound and outbound shipments.
Plan and direct driver assignments, including checking drivers in, assigning doors, and checking them out when loads are complete.