Shipping Clerk

Leggett & Platt, Incorporated is seeking a Shipping Clerk at our Genesis Seating location in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Reports to: Warehouse Supervisor

Hours: 7am-3:30pm

SUMMARY:

The Shipping Coordinator assures timely, economical shipment of finished goods to our customers and warehouses with the highest level of customer service in a high stress, fast paced environment.

What you’ll be doing:

• Responsible for procuring outbound transportation (truckload and LTL) to ensure on time delivery to customers and outside warehouses both domestically and internationally
• Utilize third-party logistic system to secure transportation from approved providers at agreed upon rates
• Communicate directly with Customers and/or Customer logistics systems for Collect shipment arrangements
• Arrange pickups and negotiate rates directly with common carriers when necessary
• Facilitate the flow of information between Shipping, Manufacturing, QA, Credit, Customer Service and Shipper/Receivers to achieve On-Time, In-Full shipment of orders
• Facilitate resolution of internal discrepancies such as labeling, weights, and pallet numbering prior to shipment
• Verify product dimensions and weights to select shipping method
• Check in trucks and communicate loading instructions.
• Responsible for verifying accuracy of packing lists
• Carries out special shipping instructions as specified by customer service, including expedited shipping
• Furnish Customer Service with order status information as requested
• Participate in resolving freight claims and freight-related customer complaints
• Maintain and file shipping-related records in an orderly fashion
• Emphasize quality and safety in all aspects of the role. Participate in plant safety training and activities in pursuit of Zero Incidents
• Other duties as they develop and are assigned

A few things you’ll need:

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Preference will be given to candidates with 2+ years prior experience in transportation planning and freight management in a manufacturing setting
• Capable of problem solving to reduce errors, improve quality and delivery
• Strong organizational skills
• Self-starter and work efficiently under minimal supervision
• Excellent attendance, above average computer skills, and experience with ERP systems.
• Basic math proficiency and the ability to read and write legibly

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Strong, professional communication skills, including ability to work as part of a team and directly with Customer Services and Customers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, which may change based on the weather. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Reasons You’ll Love It Here

Our benefits may vary slightly from one location to the next, but what you will find is that we offer: medical, dental, and vision insurance; as well as paid vacation, paid personal time, and various opportunities to give back to your local community. One convenient fact about our medical plan is that we offer tele-visits, so you don’t have to leave the comfort of your home when you are feeling under the weather! We also strongly encourage and provide opportunities for learning and professional development.

What to Do Next

Now that you’ve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team.

Our Commitment to You

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all, including people of color, people from working-class backgrounds, women, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We welcome and encourage applications from people with these identities or members of other historically marginalized groups.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disability Employer