Traffic Clerk
Traffic Clerk
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Description
Traffic Clerk
Status: NonExempt (Hourly)
Job Category: Regular FullTime
Department: Shipping/Receiving
Location: Louisville KY
SCHEDULE: Monday Friday 6:30 am 3:00 pm
Flexibility is required as schedule adjustments may be necessary based on business needs.
Hourly Pay Rate: $25.74
Basic Functions
Support Algoods core values by incorporating them in daily thoughts and actions.
The Traffic Clerk serves as a logistic liaison with internal and external movement of Algood Food Company materials and products. This position orchestrates the communication necessary to properly receive ship and store inventory necessary for daily operations.
Organizational Relationships
Reports to: Shipping and Receiving Supervisor Supervises: This position has no direct reports
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
***A Traffic Clerk will be trained in both the Receiving and Shipping Duties***
Receiving Duties
Systematically receive all products coming into Algood Food Company
This may include Peanuts Maintenance Sanitation Office Supplies and Product Packaging and Supplies used for production
Transfer received products/items to the appropriate warehouse.
Ensure the proper paperwork accompanies shipment to each warehouse
Create and print pallet licenses for all product/items if required
Perform Vendor Returns for various items and departments
Scan all BOLs/Packing lists into appropriate folder for Accounting
Interact with carrier drivers
Interact with carriers and suppliers via telephone and email
Interact with different intercompany departments via telephone and email
Work closely with Accounting on receipts and invoices
Schedule pallet deliveries
Work with Purchasing on the Incoming Schedule
Work closely with receiving operators to ensure incoming loads are unloading in a timely manner
Work with shuttle driver to ensure appropriate trailers are backed in to the dock for various departments
Regular and reliable attendance at the work location is an essential function of this position
Shipping Duties
Build leads to Sales Orders entered by Sales and print lead details sheet
Pick/Ship Release all loads
Confirm all loads
can all shippers into appropriate folder for Accounting
Execute the Shipping Status report daily
Interact with carrier drivers
Interact with carriers and suppliers via telephone and email
Interact with different intercompany departments via telephone and email
Schedule carriers for product pickups
Work with customers to ensure product is picked up
Log shipments onto various electronic logs
Prepare USDA loads for bidding freight secure bids and award bids
Work with Quality to ensure product is released for shipment
Verify lot codes and shipment quantities for each shipment
Review all Sales orders for over/under shipment
Ensure all shipment documentation is stamped and verified before releasing for shipment and verify driver credentials
Pull upcoming orders for operators to prestage/COA
Work with Sales/Accounting on customer returns (RMAs)
Work closely with shipping operators to ensure outgoing loads are loaded in a timely manner
Work to keep freight cost to a minimum
Standards of Performance
Informative and professional assistance when working with the public/customers and coworkers.
Ability to overcome minor issues within established procedures.
Accurate and timely completion of projects and/or reports.
Initiative to maintain the flow of work with established practices.
Exceptional oral and written communicative skills.
Effectively manage interpersonal relationships encouraging openness candor and trust both internally and outside of Algood Food Company.
Successful performance of duties with frequent interruptions and time pressures.
Successful performance of duties within a team environment.
Maintenance of Company information in a confidential manner.
Ability to work independently.
Good attendance and punctuality.
Mental and Physical Requirements
Ability to maintain considerable concentration with frequent time pressures and interruptions
Ability to maintain visual attention for extended periods of time
Language Skills: Ability to speak read and write in the English language. Ability to analyze and interpret common
instructions and schedules
Mathematical Skills: Ability to add subtract multiply and divide all units or measure
Ability to manipulate necessary office equipment including computer software hardware and equipment
Must comply with all health and safety requirements.
Working Environment and Conditions
This position requires working in an internal environment.
Travel
This position requires less than 10 travel on an as needed basis
Equipment and Tools
Company Uniforms Laboratory Jackets NonLatex Gloves Ear Plugs SafetyToe Shoes and Safety Glasses.
The following equipment and computer programs will be used: Ifix Portal
MSD365
Scan Gun Radio
Zebra Printer Calculator Forklift
Qualifications
Education Experience and Training
Requires a high school diploma/GED
Previous related experience required
At minimum of 23 years experience in Food Manufacturing
Language Skills: Ability to speak clearly and distinctly in the English language. Ability to read analyze and interpret common instructions and schedules
Mathematical Skills: Ability to add subtract multiply and divide all units of measure.
Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions or procedures furnished in written oral or diagrammatic form. Ability to deal with problems that arise on a day to day basis
HACCP and SQF training required
Forklift experience preferred
Employment Type
Full-Time
