Dock Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Monitor and facilitate workflow to maximize efficient loading processes.
• Assist in mitigating obstacles presented during the loading process (i.e. locating pallets, getting pallets picked, and trailer issues).
• Must work in a safe manner adhering to all company safety guidelines.
• Assist in weekly load audits for quality and accuracy.
• Accountable for all pallets of all commodities being staged for loading.
• Assist customer service in the investigation of missing or mishandled pallets.
• Assist in assembling paperwork and verify that the proper trailer is backed into the dock for loading.
• Assist loaders in the loading of product on trailers in proper sequence, making sure that weight is distributed evenly and comply with government weight standards.
• Ensure leave times are met for all outbound loads.
• Assist Shipping Specialist with managing workflow for all docks.
• Assist audit team with checks for accuracy and quality of customer orders.
• May be required to operate a forklift, pallet jack, or other tasks as necessary.
• Must have excellent self-motivation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 2-5 years of progressive distribution experience.
• Should possess excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Should have 2-5 years’ work experience as a loader (checker).
• Should possess excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Must be able to communicate with all employees and carriers honestly and with respect.
• Prior truck loading experience.
• Mainframe, Triceps, and PowerYard operational experience preferred.
• Ability to recognize, report, and mitigate improper loading techniques.