Container coordinator job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Example container coordinator requirements on a job description
Container coordinator requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in container coordinator job postings.
Sample container coordinator requirements
- Bachelor degree in logistics, business, or related field.
- In-depth knowledge of inventory management and supply chain.
- Experience in container transport and operations.
- Familiarity with customs regulations and certification.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Sample required container coordinator soft skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational abilities.
- Outstanding communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
Container coordinator job description example 1
Lineage Logistics container coordinator job description
Administer the Lineage Safety Program to ensure a safe, controlled, and risk-free environment while following all regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures. Promote a safety culture with the goal of achieving an incident-free work environment.
**KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Work with leadership on processes and procedures to prepare for internal and external audits
+ Partner with Operations to help resolve facility and customer issues
+ Conduct accident investigations and take steps to ensure safety policies are understood and followed by all parties
+ Lead meetings to inform team members of new or changing safety policies and procedures, and address safety and/or quality issues
+ Monitor warehouse safety supplies and notify operations of replacement needs
+ Maintain accurate and up-to-date recordkeeping systems including logs, binders, and other records Verify inbound receipts for accuracy.
+ Input new order requests and manage modifications and cancellations for both manual and electronic orders.
+ Manage, monitor, and maintain records on required documents; and resolve all issues to obtain customs clearance
+ Generate customer reports per customer request (i.e., weekly, monthly late/bill reports) .
**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)**
+ 3 years' Import or Logistics experience; or a combination of education and experience
+ Basic math skills may be required at some facilities
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with internal and external customers; English may be required
+ Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
+ Ability to work in temperatures as low as -20 Fahrenheit/-25 Celsius in cold storage sites or up to 100 Fahrenheit/37 Celsius in dry storage sites while wearing company-provided personal protective equipment and freezer gear, which may be required at some facilities
+ May be required to lift a minimum of 20 lbs./9 kgs.; weight may be more dependent upon facility
+ Ability to work a flexible work schedule and shift, including weekends if needed
+ Must be comfortable with various noise levels, at times, can be loud
+ Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with internal and external customers
+ Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
+ Excellent organizational skills and the ability to function in a fast-paced, highly visible, and changing environment
+ Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi-task various and conflicting responsibilities
\#LLPR
Why Lineage?
This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers' requirements. Beyond that, you'll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We'll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.
Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.
Benefits
Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, competitive pay, excellent Health and Dental benefits, 401K, and Paid Time Off and Sick Days
**KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Work with leadership on processes and procedures to prepare for internal and external audits
+ Partner with Operations to help resolve facility and customer issues
+ Conduct accident investigations and take steps to ensure safety policies are understood and followed by all parties
+ Lead meetings to inform team members of new or changing safety policies and procedures, and address safety and/or quality issues
+ Monitor warehouse safety supplies and notify operations of replacement needs
+ Maintain accurate and up-to-date recordkeeping systems including logs, binders, and other records Verify inbound receipts for accuracy.
+ Input new order requests and manage modifications and cancellations for both manual and electronic orders.
+ Manage, monitor, and maintain records on required documents; and resolve all issues to obtain customs clearance
+ Generate customer reports per customer request (i.e., weekly, monthly late/bill reports) .
**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)**
+ 3 years' Import or Logistics experience; or a combination of education and experience
+ Basic math skills may be required at some facilities
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with internal and external customers; English may be required
+ Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
+ Ability to work in temperatures as low as -20 Fahrenheit/-25 Celsius in cold storage sites or up to 100 Fahrenheit/37 Celsius in dry storage sites while wearing company-provided personal protective equipment and freezer gear, which may be required at some facilities
+ May be required to lift a minimum of 20 lbs./9 kgs.; weight may be more dependent upon facility
+ Ability to work a flexible work schedule and shift, including weekends if needed
+ Must be comfortable with various noise levels, at times, can be loud
+ Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with internal and external customers
+ Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
+ Excellent organizational skills and the ability to function in a fast-paced, highly visible, and changing environment
+ Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi-task various and conflicting responsibilities
\#LLPR
Why Lineage?
This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers' requirements. Beyond that, you'll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We'll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.
Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.
Benefits
Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, competitive pay, excellent Health and Dental benefits, 401K, and Paid Time Off and Sick Days
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Updated March 14, 2024