Babbitting Service - South Elgin, IL

posted 5 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
South Elgin, IL
Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing

About the position

Babbitting Service Inc. (BSI) is seeking a dedicated Shipping Coordinator/Transportation Coordinator to join our Shipping and Receiving department at our South Elgin headquarters. This full-time position is ideal for a hands-on individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and is willing to engage in a variety of tasks related to the shipment of products, materials, and supplies. The selected candidate will play a crucial role in coordinating the shipment process, ensuring that all products are dispatched efficiently and in compliance with regulations. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the shipping team, customer service representatives, order administrators, and various service providers to facilitate both domestic and international shipments. Your primary responsibilities will include reviewing shipment materials prior to distribution, coordinating with transportation systems to ensure timely pickups, and monitoring shipment costs and productivity processes. Additionally, you will oversee the transfer of BSI inventory into complete jobs, ensuring that all logistics activities adhere to local, national, and international regulations. The Shipping Coordinator will also be responsible for responding to customer inquiries, reviewing purchase orders and shipping documents for accuracy, making special shipping arrangements as needed, and preparing closed orders for billing and invoicing. You will be expected to develop processes that enhance the efficiency and organization of the shipping system, ensuring that the quality of services provided meets the required standards. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the operational success of BSI while building a rewarding career in logistics and supply chain management.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate transportation providers to ensure prompt and proper movement of both domestic and international shipments.
  • Schedule pickups and deliveries with carriers and review shipment schedules to maintain efficient operations.
  • Respond to customer inquiries and refer clients to the proper channels.
  • Review purchase orders and shipping documents to ensure accuracy.
  • Make special shipping arrangements as necessary.
  • Monitor orders to identify and fix shipping errors.
  • Prepare closed orders for billing and invoicing.
  • Ensure that the quality of all services provided meets the required standards.
  • Ensure all logistic activities comply with local, national, and international regulations.
  • Develop processes that make the shipping system more efficient and organized.

Requirements

  • Familiarity with best practices in supply chain management
  • Strong communication skills
  • Excellent organizational capacity
  • Research and analysis skills
  • Collaborative attitude
  • Solution-oriented mindset
  • Time management skills
  • Inventory management skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Computer literacy

Nice-to-haves

  • Ability to use data in making logistic operations more efficient
  • Comfort using common logistic management software such as UPS, FedEx, and DHL
  • Understanding of both warehouse and transportation management
  • Capacity to multitask
  • Solid knowledge of logistic procedures

Benefits

  • Competitive pay ranging from $22 to $28 per hour
  • Opportunities for career growth and development
  • Comprehensive benefits package
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