Job description
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at:
It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.
http://www.WabtecCorp.com
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It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.
SUMMARY:
This individual will report to the Site Director and will manage all aspects of logistics in shipping and receiving of products and materials for the site. The Logistics Specialist will manage hourly shipping department personnel in meeting daily and weekly shipping deadlines to customers. This individual will also be responsible for carrier relationships and prioritization of shipments. Assigned tasks may change over time based on the needs of the business.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in resolving day to day operational issues for shipping and receiving related issues
- Communicate directly with carriers, brokers, 3PL’s and internal and external customers
- Supervise hourly employees assigned to shipping and receiving functions
- Manage inventory levels of shipping related materials – pallets, containers, racks, protective wrapping, etc.
- Ensure customer shipment deadlines are met and resources are prioritized appropriately
- Complete system transactions related to shipping and receiving of materials and goods
- Maintain organization of completed orders and shipping staging areas
- Organize and maintain long term finished goods storage racks
- Continually look for opportunities and implement change to improve the shipping/receiving operations of the site
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL SKILLS
- HS Diploma or GED
- Previous experience with Oracle based computer software
- Proficient with MS Office suite
- Experience in manufacturing environment and/or logistics
- Strong Customer Service Skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize needs of the site and department
- Strong communication skills
- Preferred experience in managing hourly employees
- Rail industry experience a plus
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and color vision. While performing the duties of this job travel will not be required under normal circumstances.
SAFETY AND HOUSEKEEPING:
Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards established by the Company and various regulatory agencies. Sees that the standards are not violated. Maintains a clean and orderly workplace.
Relocation assistance will not be provided
Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
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