Dispatcher/Receiving CoordinatorWho we are: Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together - a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world. With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions. Who we are looking for: We are currently looking for a Dispatcher / Receiving Coordinator to be based out of Kokomo, IN.Reporting to Plant Manager, this person will be responsible for coordinating distribution functions for shipping/receiving, scheduling, record keeping, dispatch, and inventory management. What you'll do:
- Dispatch all incoming and outgoing loads for the facility.
- Arrange carrier pickup and deliveries while managing shipping cost efficiently.
- Schedule freight deliveries and arrange pickups for RMA processes.
- Maintain daily shipping schedule.
- Track shipping/receiving metrics.
- Own shipping and receiving functions including transacting orders and receiving in goods against purchase orders.
- Partner with Human Resources to manage EFM and oversee employee engagement activities to include luncheons, holiday celebrations, and outreach initiatives.
- Manage daily delivery logs.
- Prepare and deliver training materials and presentations to include orientations, annual compliance, and safety trainings.
- Participate in 5S and collection data.
- Partner with Human Resources to manage EFM and oversee employee engagement activities to include luncheons, holiday celebrations, and outreach initiatives.
- All other duties as assigned.
What You'll bring:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree with business focus preferred.
- Two (2) to three (3) administrative experience in a manufacturing setting or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
- Working knowledge of JD Edwards, is a plus
- Knowledge of Flatbed, Conestoga, LTL, TL, and containerized shipments
- Detail oriented with excellent organization and time management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and inventory systems.
- All associates must embrace and foster an environment that supports our core values of Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, Excellence
Within 3 months, You'll
- Complete any required training.
- Respond to inventory inquires.
- Have developed relationships with the key stakeholders for this role.
- Be well-versed in Atkore's Business System and the importance of your role to daily operations.
Within 3 months, You'll
- Understand distribution center management.
- Have a strong understanding of metrics used to assist management.
- Manage purchase orders including data entries into Basware and JDE systems and send paperwork to accounts payable for processing.
Within 12-months, you'll:
- Assist in entering data for Environmental, Health & Safety related activities.
Atkore is a four-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a two-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We're committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values. Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader! Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)