Description:
Position Summary:
The Logistics Specialist is responsible for maintenance and documentation, scheduling and coordination of all outgoing materials and services. The Logistics Specialist accomplishes this through effectively managing computer system data in accordance with the organization's policies and external compliance laws. Responsible for preparing internal releases, move tickets & tagging for inspection as needed and accurate input and system data maintenance.
Key Results Areas by level of work:
Level I: Quality – Complete and accurate work performed efficiently
1. Production quality and efficiency using appropriate tools and equipment, qualified to perform special processes as needed
a. Ensures material paperwork flow from production to customer.
b. Investigates paperwork issues from order entry to final shipment.
c. Investigates shipping issues and corrects as required.
d. Ensures paperwork is completed accurately and filed as required.
e. Coordinates with external logistic companies as required.
2. Follow instructions – oral and/or written
a. Can properly read all work instructions.
b. Performs other duties as assigned by the Logistics Manager or his/her designate.
3. Safety & housekeeping
a. Maintains a clean work area with no clutter.
b. Practices safety at all times while at work.
c. Follows safety policies and procedures and speaks up when others are non-compliant.
d. Wears all safety equipment required for area of work.
4. Continual Improvement suggestions
a. Keeps an open mind to others continuous improvement suggestions.
b. Bring continuous improvement suggestions to the appropriate team member.
5. Professional Development
a. Demonstrates initiative, positive attitude and enthusiasm for the job.
b. Will follow up with manager on professional development goals and opportunities.
c. Takes an interest and let it be known that they have a desire to grow with the company.
d. Continually work to improve industry knowledge.
Requirements:
Qualifications:
To qualify for this position, an individual must possess the knowledge, training, experience and abilities required.
Education and Training
Experience:
- 2 years of on the job experience in lieu of formal education.
Other:
- Must be willing to work overtime as required.
Skills:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
1. Ability and willingness to abide by set policies and/or safety programs established by GHM, our clients, and/or regulatory agencies which govern our performance and behavior in the normal course of our work while on GHM or the client’s property or job site.
2. Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
3. Strong organization and time management skills.
4. High attention to detail.
5. Ability to successfully plan and implement objectives within established timelines and work schedules.
6. Ability to analyze problems and develop effective solutions at both strategic and functional levels.
7. Demonstrate behavior consistent with company values.
8. Ability to work independently, with minimal direction as a highly motivated self-starter and within a team oriented culture.
9. Exhibits polite and professional communication via phone, e-mail and mail.
10. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
11. Maintain a collaborative relationship with internal and external stakeholders.
12. Obtains support and cooperation from others and reciprocates; demonstrates positive behaviors, displaying tact, respect, and understanding when dealing with others; proactively engages and confronts issues to achieve continual improvement.
13. Identifies opportunities and changes that benefit GHM; sets and achieves challenging goals; exhibits confidence in self and others; motivates other to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; displays passion and optimism; mobilizes self and others to fulfill the organizations goals, policies and procedures.
14. Meets challenges with resourcefulness, generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others attention.
15. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
16. Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
17. Proactively identify problems and collaborate with management on implementing possible solutions.
18. Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and learn new skills.
19. Ability to independently acquire and apply new knowledge related to our ERP application.
20. Maintain current technical knowledge pertaining to position; demonstrates comprehensive, flexible range of skills and abilities; seeks to enhance skills and abilities through cross training and educational development.
21. High degree of accountability to meet commitments.
22. Ability to write detailed reports and correspondence.
23. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
24. Ability to thrive in a team environment.
25. Basic understanding of Supply Chain Management operational concepts surrounding production planning, scheduling, purchasing, supplier selection, inventory control, logistics, stockroom operations, shipping/receiving.
Physical and Mental Demands:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Physical demands: While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, bend and move items up to 60 pounds for distances of up to 10 feet. Required to speak and communicate clearly with others.
- Mental demands: While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is required to read, write, analyze data and reports, exercise judgment, develop plans, procedures and goals, present information to others and work under pressure.
- Work Environment: While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is also exposed to high level of manufacturing and equipment noise. Duties are performed indoors in a manufacturing environment with temperature changes. Exposure to hazardous materials, fumes or airborne particles and moving mechanical parts with vibration.
