Warehouse Backhaul Coordinator bei Gold Star Foods
Gold Star Foods · Ontario, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
- Junior
- Optionales Büro in Ontario
TITLE: Warehouse Backhaul Coordinator
DIVISION: Warehouse
REPORTS TO: Warehouse Supervisor
FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt/Hourly
Gold Star Foods is the leading food distributor to K-12 schools in the United States. We are a company devoted to providing our customers with incredible customer service. We know that it is our employees who make the difference! Join our team and find out what it is like to work somewhere where you enjoy getting up for work every day!
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Warehouse Backhaul Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the efficiency of transportation operations by coordinating backhaul activities and logistics scheduling. This role ensures that all inbound and outbound transportation activities are communicated clearly and executed smoothly to maximize operational performance. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Communicate key information to the proper recipients to support backhaul and transportation operations, including but not limited to:
- Arrival times of backhauls
- Daily dispatch information
- Backhaul scheduling/rescheduling
- Service updates to Omnitracs
- Reporting Microsoft Dynamics NAV abnormalities or delivery issues
- Assist with scheduling all pick-up appointments for backhaul orders and vendors for the division.
- Complete all required backhaul paperwork and communicate related logistics information as needed.
- Provide end-of-day backhaul recaps to the Transportation Manager.
- Track loads and provide status updates throughout the day to ensure on-time delivery and pick-up.
- Maintain accurate records of all scheduled appointments, shipments, and backhaul activities.
- Partner with warehouse and transportation teams to resolve scheduling conflicts or delivery issues.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the warehouse manager or other supervisors.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Must be open to work overtime when needed.
- Willing and able to learn new procedures and adapt to change.
- Ability to operate multiple MHE: Forklift/Order Picker/Pallet Jack.
- Ability to self-manage daily work.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Willingness to work in extreme cold environments for prolonged periods of time (Cold Weather Gear Provided by Company).
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to multi-task, while planning the time, method, manner and/or performance sequence of own work.
- Strong math skills.
- Ability and willingness to complete some moderately repetitive tasks.
- Ability to lift and move heavy items (up to 50 lbs) and stand for extended periods.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in warehouse receiving or logistics coordination, preferably in the food industry.
- Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Basic computer skills, including familiarity with warehouse management systems.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Indoor/cooler office environment. Indoor environment exposure to room temperature, freezer temperature, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment. The work environment can be noisy due to the movement of equipment and vehicles in the yard/warehouse.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist, or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques are required. May include lifting to 50 pounds on occasion.
OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EOE M/W/VET/DISABLED
The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements as the employee may be required to perform any other duties as assigned. In the event of an absence where the Backhaul Coordinator cannot perform these duties, the Manager will determine who shall perform these duties.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
