Traffic Coordinator - 3rd Shift (11:00PM - 7:00AM)

Atkore • Harvey, IL

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Atkore is seeking a Traffic Coordinator based in Harvey, Illinois. Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, this role schedules shipments, maintains positive relationships with carriers, and works with key stakeholders to support customer satisfaction. The position handles driver check-in and check-out, prepares and verifies shipping and receiving documentation, and enters information into multiple business systems. It also supports appointment scheduling and transportation planning.

The role works with outbound shipping documents and bills of lading, as well as customs paperwork and commercial invoices for international shipments. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with warehouse personnel, drivers, visitors, and Operations and Transportation peers. Over the first year, the coordinator will learn Atkore’s business system and JD Edwards, develop proficiency in the functional area, help identify improvements to standard work, and contribute to process improvements and organizational goals.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience in distribution center operations, transportation, inventory, or demand planning.
• High school diploma.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and strong time-management skills.
• Ability to perform accurately and with attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter and highly motivated individual who is comfortable working in a team-based environment.
• Ability to embrace and foster an environment supporting Atkore’s core values of Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience working with JDE in a lean manufacturing or business-system-based company.
• Experience operating in a LEAN environment.

Responsibilities

• Check drivers in and out of the facility.
• Prepare shipping documents for warehouse personnel.
• Create shipping documents and bills of lading for outbound shipments.
• Create customs paperwork or commercial invoices for international shipments.
• Verify the accuracy of shipping and receiving documentation and enter information into multiple systems.
• Assist with appointment scheduling and transportation planning activities as needed.
• Foster and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, visitors, and drivers.
• Complete the Atkore Immersion Program and develop a thorough understanding of JD Edwards as it relates to job duties.
• Become proficient in interacting with drivers, creating bills of lading and manifests, document retention, and data entry into JD Edwards and other business systems.
• Identify gaps in standard work and assist in reducing process errors.
• Contribute process-improvement ideas, including ideas related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost KPIs.
• Continually improve functional skills and develop relationships with Operations and Transportation peers.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Other compensation may include overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.

What This Job Offers

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