Transportation Coordinator
Job Details
- Job Ref:
- 172693
- Location:
- Dayville, CT 06241
- Location Flexibility:
- Onsite
- Category:
- Transportation (Non-DOT)
- Job Type:
- Full-time
- Job Status:
- Non-exempt
- Pay Basis
- Hourly
- Pay Rate
- $18.28
- Brand
- UNFI
DISCOVER WHAT’S NEXT FOR YOUR CAREER.
Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better for you food that nourishes families nationwide.
JOB OVERVIEW:
Responsible for performing a variety of clerical duties and providing support to the Transportation Department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Access
Process customer orders through internal computer system to provide workload to warehouse
Facilitate communication between transportation department and other departments.
Dispatch loads to carriers and monitor load progress
Preparation of Route Manifests, route packet, and net invoicing customer orders
Sort and distribute paperwork as needed.
Answer phones to obtain information for incoming visitors and drivers
Check in drivers, provide instructions, and process paperwork
Complete any other assigned duties
Be able to multitask in fast pace environment
EXPERIENCE:
Transportation operation experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Understanding of Safety guidelines.
Strong knowledge of applicable computer system functions.
DOT compliance knowledge preferred.
Understands procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processes.
Working knowledge of Windows, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Excellent communication/decision-making skills.
Ability to interact with all departments and all levels of management.
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Equipment knowledge is a plus.
Physical Environment/Demands:
Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment.
Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to type, file, grasp and fine manipulation; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone, and other office equipment during normal workday.
Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job duties.
Exposed to temperatures ranging from -20 degrees to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in perishable operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in grocery operation.
Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for maintenance and service procedures.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
- Company:
- United Natural Foods Inc.
Compensation:
UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.
Benefits:
For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), Click HERE for Washington-specific paid time off details.
Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Sales Positions Only: For sales positions that are commission-based, the above range is an estimate of total potential commission-based compensation during an associate’s first year, but UNFI offers an introductory period minimum of $680 per week. After the introductory period, as a 100% commission-based role, there is no set salary. UNFI’s commission plans are uncapped and average earnings vary depending on territory and sales achieved, among other factors.
UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
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