Warehouse Assistant
About The Position
Lawson Drayage, Inc. is a long-standing, family-owned company established in 1919, specializing in machinery moving and high-tech handling. The company prides itself on quality work and strong customer relationships, offering a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where individual contributions directly impact daily operations. The Warehouse Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting daily logistics operations, working closely with the dispatch department and estimators. This position requires clear communication with vendors and customers through various channels, including phone, email, and messaging tools. Key responsibilities involve accurate data input into tracking systems, meticulous maintenance of documentation such as Bills of Lading (BOLs) and proof of delivery, and diligent asset tracking. The assistant is also responsible for escalating any exceptions, including delays, shortages, or service issues. Collaboration is essential, as the role involves working with dispatch, operations, warehouse teams, and third-party customers.
Requirements
- Ability to input data into various tracking systems
- Ability to maintain documentation (ie. BOLs, proof of deliver)
- Ability to track assets
- Ability to escalate exceptions such as delays, shortages, or service issues
- Ability to operate forklifts and warehouse equipment safely
- Comfortable working in a warehouse and outdoor yard environment
- Strong communication skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accurate documentation
- Team player with a strong work ethic
- Organized
- Detail-oriented
- Dependable
Responsibilities
- Support daily logistics operations working with the dispatch department and estimators
- Communicate clearly with vendors and customers via phone, email, and messaging tools
- Input data into various tracking systems
- Maintain documentation (ie. BOLs, proof of delivery)
- Track assets
- Escalate exceptions such as delays, shortages, or service issues
- Collaborate with dispatch, operations, warehouse, and third-party customers
- Manage and organize inventory across warehouse facilities
- Receive, tag, and track incoming shipments
- Document inbound and outbound freight, including photo documentation and job tracking
- Coordinate with customers and internal teams regarding shipments and inventory
- Operate forklifts and warehouse equipment safely
- Keep the warehouse organized in order to keep a safe/clean warehouse and yard
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
