Freight Operations Coordinator - 2nd Shift

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

Invoices shipments (PGIs) in SAP, files BOLs, communicates with freight drivers to assign dock doors and provide paperwork, communicates with carriers to resolve issues and arrange transportation, update shipment tracking information in spreadsheet.

- Audit information to ensure that the trailer shipments and paperwork matches what is in SAP.

- Review shipments in a Load Start status (e.g., shipments that do not have a tracking number)

- Contact Carriers: contact for LTL/FTL carriers when there is potential damage (e.g., Platinum Cargo Logistics)-forwards to Supervisor for help as needed; contact for Tamex trailer schedules; contact carriers for tracking/further assistance; requests sprinter van/straight truck pickups; email Jones to schedule shipments as needed (e.g., shipments going to Waukesha)

- Provides tracking information for OFS/Sales: research tracking numbers when they are missing or something/someone needs updating; research orders when tracking numbers are missing; look for and provide missing BOLs/Trailer information for OFS/Sales; work with Freight Resolution

- Create Commercial Invoices of international shipments

- Verify Driver’s Loads based on information they provide and Driver’s credentials

- Greet drivers and give them door assignments

- PGI shipments

- Update shipping schedule (Smartsheet) for Outbound/Inbound schedule

- Review BOLs for accuracy (Trailer number, Seal number, GPS tracker, etc.)

- Conduct final verification of completeness for managed customer requirements

- Interact with customers during scheduled pick ups

- File BOLS and other paperwork

- Manage PECO pallets via PECO website

- Update MDI charts

Minimum Job Requirements:

- High School diploma or equivalent

- 1-3 years of experience in a shipping environment

- 1-3 years working within an enterprise software system (preferably SAP)

Preferred Job Requirements:

- 2-3 years of experience in a shipping environment

- 2-3 years working within an enterprise software system (preferably SAP)

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

- Detailed oriented and organized.

- Ability to communicate effectively.

- Ability to solve problems.

- Ability to perform basic reading, writing and math functions.

- Models positive and professional work ethics.

- Able to learn SAP proficiently.

- Process shipments quickly, accurately, and efficiently to meet company and carrier demands.

- Basic Skills with MS Office (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook).

- Accountability-Demonstrated skill in drive for results, action orientated and perseverance.

- Transparent Communication: Demonstrated skill in written communication.

- Conflict Management & Resolution – Demonstrated skill in standing alone. Change management – Demonstrated skill in process management and managing through systems.

Great Reasons to work for Generac:

- Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more

- Many employee activities

- Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers

- Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators

- We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.

- Every day is Jeans Day! Dress for your day.

- Product loan and discount programs

Physical Demands

: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.