Junior Logistics Specialist

Summary: Company designs and builds test PCB’s and hardware for the electronic semiconductor industry. As a Junior Logistic Specialist, you will be tasked with all aspects of the Logistics Department. These tasks will include purchasing, quoting, receiving, shipping, delivery, inventory control, and light equipment maintenance. Your goal will be to increase profitability and customer satisfaction by conducting your day-to-day activities in a professional and cost-effective manner. We are looking for an organized, hard-working individual that can manage their time and workload both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities:

Purchasing functions:

• Select the most suitable vendors in terms of reliability, product quality, and cost-efficiency.
• Preparing and processing purchase orders.
• Document all relevant information into the company’s ERP software system.
• Ensure that our company is getting a good deal from the purchase.
• Researching and comparing suppliers, goods, and services.
• Building and maintaining positive, long-term supplier relations.

Quoting functions:

• Builds estimates, and quotes at a level that keeps our products competitive and maximizes profit.
• Works together with internal departments as needed to ensure accurate quotes and lead times.
• Follows up on quotations and modifies quotes as necessary.
• Receive and document all relevant information into company’s ERP software system.
• Provides in-depth and accurate product information as needed.
 

Receiving functions:

• Help unload boxes and packages from delivery trucks
• Unpack boxes and examine goods for damage and discrepancies in paperwork.
• Sign for receipt of goods.
• Receive and document all relevant information into company’s ERP software system.
• Scan incoming documents.
• Physically move received goods to designated locations.
• Recycle packaging materials.

Shipping functions:

• Compare identifying information such as count, weight, and/or measures of goods for accuracy against documentation and ERP system information.
• Review ERP deviations and customer requirements; and act or provide accordingly.
• Report and help resolve discrepancies, before shipping of goods.
• Pack and seal outgoing goods, per requirements, to avoid damage throughout transportation.
• Physically load and unload packages to delivery vehicle and to the final destination.
• Proper disposal of trash.

Delivery Driver functions:

• Pick up and deliver goods.
• Follow routes and time schedules.
• Maintain, load, unload, inspect, and operate delivery vehicle.
• Provide feedback on provided services to supervisor.
• Report and help resolve clients’ complaints.
• Complete logs and reports.
• Follow DOT regulations and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, professional look as per requirements.

Inventory control functions:

• Organize and maintain inventory for efficient material storage and handling.
• Issues supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Maintains Excel spreadsheets and ERP system records.
• Report and help resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Monitoring inventory levels and determining purchase needs.
• Recycle packaging materials.

Light equipment maintenance functions:

• Visually inspect equipment for defects or damage.
• Clean equipment and equipment area as needed.
• Document and report equipment defects or damage.
• Document and Schedule equipment preventative maintenances.
• Add fluids to tooling as needed between preventative maintenances.
• Change light bulbs inside of building as needed.

Other Requirements:

• Suggest improvements and short comings to supervisor for responsible function or company services.
• Maintain neat and orderly work area, free from obvious safety hazards and organized in such a way to maximize productivity.           

 Qualifications and skills:

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED equivalent. (Required)
• Valid Class C driver’s license.
• Clean driving record.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Able to manage priorities and coordinate multiple projects while consistently meeting deadlines.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Windows 10 operating system, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of harmonized Tariff Codes and their use for international shipments.
• Programing knowledge in Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) will be considered a plus.
• Able to read and visually identify small serial numbers, part numbers, and other product identifiers is required.
• Previous experience in purchasing, quoting, receiving, shipper, delivery, and inventory fields are desired.
• Able to lift and move up to 50 pounds is required.
• Able to work overtime as needed.

Experience:

• Previous experience in purchasing, quoting, receiving, shipper, delivery, and inventory fields are desired.

• Experience with freight carrier shipment services, inventory control, ERP software systems, and light mechanical maintenance is preferred.

Benefits Offered:

• 401(k) with a company match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays