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We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.

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Group Summary

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Summary of Responsibilities

To provide all aspects of shipping and receiving, proficiently including use of the Company’s integrated manufacturing information systems; all electronic communication and documentation required. While providing leadership and accountability for personnel and productivity of Shipping, Receiving and Material Handlers.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, and essential duties required to successfully perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of integrated manufacturing system to include:
  • Parcel Management
  • Generate Releases
  • Use and Understand 12-week, 2 week and Production Requirement Spreadsheets
  • Generate Bill Lading/Packing Slips, Pick Lists, Labels, Invoices
  • Create Advance Shipping Notices
  • Understand Customer Part Numbers and Packaging Requirements in Order to Avoid Wrong Deliveries
• Perform all aspects of Customer Programs to include:
  • Go into customer websites for daily answering procedures.
  • Container Management.
  • Set up Expedites.
• Perform team support functions to include:
  • Conduct shift carry over with other associates.
  • Support shop floor needs, as required.
  • Promote and assist in team building, demonstrate positive leadership skills and lead by example.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of all incoming and outgoing materials.
• Utilize Finished Goods Spreadsheet and/or Estimate showing calculated figures to cover truck min/max weight requirements, filling trucks/railcars, holiday coverage, etc.
• Put together daily paperwork for outgoing shipments.
• Create Customs paperwork when needed.
• Notify Area Leader Logistics and/or Materials Manager of any shipping changes when they occur.
• Communicate with Area Logistics Lead and/or Materials Manager regarding unusual release requirements, shortage of returnables, shipment questions, etc.
• Ensure all ASN’s are sent and acknowledged by the end of the day.
• Schedule trucks for shipping
• Follow shipping procedures and use proper forms.
• Maintain returnable container inventory tracking.
• Maintain customer delivery performance ratings.
• Work with cycle count inventory
• Serve as back up to Area Lead Logistics and other purchasing/shipping associates as needed.
• Ensure that all documented shipping procedures are updated as needed.
• Encourage safety and housekeeping practices and lead by example.
• Attend Customer and other required training.
• Participate in Continual Improvement activities.
• Adhere to customer requirements, Business Operating Systems, and company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Able to demonstrate understanding of how job performance affects product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Able to work well with others; build and maintain positive employee relations.
• Able to speak with callers and greet visitors in a calm, clear & courteous manner.
• Able to prepare, read and interpret written reports, business correspondence, procedures, instructions, and guidelines.
• Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, employees, suppliers, and customers.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and use discretion and tact.
• Able to work and communicate effectively in a team environment.
• Able to manage and schedule multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Able to work flexible hours and overtime as needed.
• Able to calculate figures and amounts.
• Able to use computer and learn software as required.
• Able to analyze current procedures used for the job and make improvements.
• Able to lift up to 30 pounds.

Education / Experience and Required Training

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience required. (2-year Associate business degree or comparable experience preferred.)
• Able to use personal computer and software; Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint experience required.
• Forklift
• Crane
• CMS
• Scan Guns
• LO/TO Awareness

Work Environment

• The work environment is primarily office, with around 35% of time being on the plant floor - characterized by temperature extremes, loud noise and considerable forklift traffic.
• The environment can be high pressure and requires accuracy and attention to detail.
• The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers, and suppliers.
• Overtime as required.

Other Considerations

• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
• A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and requirements are essential job functions.
• Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
• Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
• This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.