Lead Shipping and Receiving Coordinator SLC

JR Automation a Hitachi Group Company is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the worlds leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and were always looking to strengthen our team across the globe. Join us as a Lead Shipping and Receiving Coordinator.

Location Type: The position is an onsite role based in Ogden UT.

How Youll Make an Impact:

• Operational Oversight & Execution

• Actively oversee and participate in the movement of materials into within and out of the facility to ensure timely and accurate material flow.

• Perform all job functions associated with the S/R Specialist role as needed to support operational continuity.

• Coordinate truckload freight arrangements by developing freight requirements requesting quotes from approved carriers analyzing carrier proposals and scheduling loads.

• Partner with Purchasing to create and manage freight-related purchase orders.

• Leadership Training & Mentorship

• Support and assist S/R Specialists and other JR team members in resolving logistics-related issues.

• Assist in developing training materials for S/R Specialists and Lead S/R Specialist role

• Provide hands-on training and guidance to S/R Specialists and other Leads on job responsibilities procedures and best practices.

• Mentor logistics team members while modeling positive behavior professionalism and a strong team-focused attitude.

• Continuous Improvement & Lean Initiatives

• Participate in and promote Lean and Six Sigma initiatives related to Shipping and Receiving.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements that enhance efficiency safety accuracy and throughput.

• Support the implementation of standardized work and best practices across logistics operations.

• Subject Matter Expertise

• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in one or more of the following areas: international shipping truckload freight arrangements information systems (Ops Manager Job Track Baan) and material handling equipment usage and safety.

• Act as a key point of contact for logistics process knowledge and troubleshooting.

• Safety & Equipment Operation

• Safely operate overhead cranes hi-lo (forklift) equipment and other material handling equipment as .

• Comply with all safety policies procedures and OSHA requirements.

• Must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds on a regular basis as part of daily job duties.

Note: This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however it is intended to be a guideline for activities.

What Youll Bring:

• Minimum of three years in a business environment; two or more years of logistics materials management or supply chain experience preferred.

• Education Requirements High school diploma or equivalent experience calculated as two (2) years of relevant work experience for each year of academic study. Related certification(s) or college preferred.

• Logistics Material Management or Supply Chain experience preferred.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Proven ability to accept direction and complete tasks as assigned while working as part of a team or individually.

• Ability to obtain a HiLo (Forklift) and Overhead Crane license while employed at JR

• Current or prior JR Automation experience or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred.

Disclaimer: JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen physical examination and background check.

Company Overview:

At JR Automation A Hitachi Group Company we discover potential reimagine limits and advance industry. When faced with a problem we find a solution. Together we push whats possible to automate for tomorrow.

Join our team of 2000 at one of our 20 facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.