POSITION SUMMARY:
At SME, the Load Coordinator Shipping Clerk plays a vital role in distribution, shipping and receiving operations. Works effectively and efficiently in a clerical environment to receive and schedule shipping and freight operations. Key responsibilities such as preparing and tracking packages for shipments, checking invoices and monitoring delivery delays.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
•Works efficiently within a busy shipping department and completes tasks in a timely manner. Works well with shipping team to complete orders on time.
•Assigns material to shipping loads and shipping routes, creates shipping labels, and manages shipping information.
•Sends booking requests to shipping lines and monitor booking of trucks.
•Keeps organized shipping records, including statements of origin, shipping costs, products shipped, and receipt dates. Accurately records and tracks shipping and stock information on spreadsheets and in Tekla PowerFab.
•Highlight and send colored field drawings and load lists to field, project management and shops as well as sending reports of issue members. Coordinates on-site and shipping dates and updates calendar and shipping schedule.
•Performs administrative duties like answering phones, updating records, and providing excellent customer service. Maintains good customer relationships and answers any customer questions.
•Troubleshoots shipping issues and customer issues that pop up regularly; works to solve these administrative or organizational problems to increase warehouse and dispatch efficiency. Provides solutions to customers and suppliers regarding shipping routes, delayed items, and rush orders.
•Develops knowledge about freight shipping regulations and practices.
•Performs other duties as required.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
•Prefer High School diploma, GED or equivalent and previous clerical experience in heavy industry setting.
•Strong Computer Skills including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
•Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
•Strong familiarity with Revu Bluebeam and Tekla PowerFab preferred.
•Exemplary customer-facing communication, customer service, and creative problem-solving skills.
•Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
•Previous experience with Shipping and Freight, Delivery logistics, and load management preferred.
ABOUT US:
SME Steel Contractors has provided comprehensive structural steel fabrication and erection since 1992 and is one of the largest fabricators/erectors of structural steel in the United States. Driven to be different from all others, SME is a division 5 company with a commitment to safety, value, and innovation. Visit https://smesteel.com/ to learn more. SME Steel Contractors is a division of SME Industries, Inc.
Why Join Us?
•Health and Wellness Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance.
•Financial Benefits including competitive compensation and 401(k) plan.
•Additional Benefits including Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off, Employee Assistance Program, and more.
Position Responsibilities:This job posting reflects the current assignment of essential functions and is not meant to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may be assigned or reassigned to this position at any time.
Equal Employment Opportunity: SME Industries, Inc. and its divisions (SME Steel Contractors, Southwest Steel, CoreBrace, DuraFuse, and SME Logistics) is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or any other protected group status or non-job-related characteristic as directed by law.
Employment Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Proof of eligibility will be required upon hire.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
•Employee assistance program
Work Location: In person