Operations Coordinator

Location

Hopewell Logistics – Milton

The statements included in this Job Description reflect, in general, the duties and responsibilities of this position and are not to be interpreted as being all-inclusive.

SUMMARY

A brief description that summarizes the overall purpose and objectives of the position.

Operations Coordinator, under the direction of Operations Manager, Operations Supervisor will be responsible for all operational aspects of the shift including labor planning, directing, coaching, training and discipline. The Operations Coordinator will also be responsible for the overall safety program as it relates to his/her shift, including hazard identification and correction, inspections, accident investigations, orientation and training, working with JHSC.

Accountabilities:

The following is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  It is not an exhaustive list of all expectations:

1. Manage trailers/drivers with supervisors

2. Ensure optimal door usage and assign dock doors

3. Utilize sequencing report to prioritize shipments

4. Manage work queue

5. Manage Critical Inbound list co-ordinate trailers to be brought over from Pride yard

6. Investigate short shipment items – notate shipping documents

7. Prepare and verify inbound/outbound documents prior to load closure

8. Work with yard supervisor on trailer verification/Prioritize shunt moves

9. Daily appointment file management

10. Productivity updates

11. Communicate with client when required

12. Respond to all email requests- POD requests, shipment verification times, appointment requests

13. Deal with operators at the warehouse window

14. Some filing and light duties

15. Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

The following minimum requirements are normal guidelines and should not constrain the advancement of otherwise qualified personnel:

1. Leadership

2. Planning

3. MHE capability knowledge

4. WMS experience

5. Load building principles

6. Continuous Improvement and Root cause analysis

7. Ability to challenge status quo

8. Organization and time management skills

9. Health and safety best practice knowledge and application

10. Capacity for handling stress