Shipping Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY
Shipping Support team members will maintain real-time records and assist with all stages of outbound over-the-road finished goods shipments and inbound truckload shipments of both MXS raw material and customer-furnished equipment (CFE).

KEY FUNCTIONS

• Ensures each truck is checked in, using written truck log, and directs truck to appropriate area (i.e., staging area, production loading area, receiving dock, etc.)
• Updates the electronic shipping schedule with information obtained from truck check in to provide visual management of shipping status
• Notifies staged drivers to proceed to production loading area, per Production alerts as received
• Checks all outbound loads to ensure finished goods loaded match driver’s Bill of Lading and updates electronic shipping schedule accordingly
• Coordinates with carriers and brokers by email or phone to provide available appointment times
• Coordinates with CFE Manager/Team on all CFE inbound and outbound loads to minimize truck congestion at docks, unloading or apron areas
• Issues oral instructions to various internal groups and drivers using phone, text, and/or communications band (CB) radio
• Coordinates with Receiving team on all MXS inbound truck loads to minimize truck congestion at docks, unloading or apron areas
• Follows verbal instructions in support of Shipping, Receiving, and Production groups, as needed
• Issues written and oral instructions
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Certifications, And Other Skills)

• High School Diploma/GED
• General Mathematical Skills
• General computer knowledge required
• Ability to effectively communicate with drivers, functional groups, and coworkers
• Ability to work cooperatively with all functional groups and drivers
• Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions
• Ability to perform responsibilities without the necessity of close supervision
• Ability to thrive in a fast pace environment
• Ability to meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform essential job functions
• Able to multitask and maintain a positive attitude
• Observes all policies and procedures
• Must have the willingness to learn
• Detail oriented
• Keep a clean and organized work area
• Must follow all MXS safety policies
• Must be able to pass a drug test and background check

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to frequently utilize hand functions requiring fine motor skills including but not limited to typing, filing, operating copier, and associated fine manipulation skills required
• Ability to remain in seated, desk-oriented position
• Ability to walk 75 yards, checking on trucks, receiving, shipping, etc.
• Ability to frequently read, comprehend, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, communicate orally, reason and analyze

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Predominately transportation gate office environment, with limited time in Production areas and the Warehouse.
• Production and Warehouse conditions subject to excessive noise, heat, or cold.

Module X Solutions manufactures concrete, metal and blast-resistant modular structures for the telecommunications sector while supporting production of protective building systems for solar energy, utilities and refineries for industrial, government, commercial and residential markets. The product line is manufactured locally and deployed both domestically and internationally. The company currently operates in 750,000-square-foot manufacturing facility located in Shreveport, LA. Founded in 2014, Module X Solutions is built upon the philosophy of hard work and customer focus dedication. For more information, visit ModuleXSolutions.com.