The Franklin Company Inc Hiring for Logistics Technician at Somerville, NJ, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

LOGISTICS TECHNICIAN

$22.00 / hour

Schedule is M-F 8 hour shifts; 7 am to 4 pm

Physical Required

The Logistics Technician will work as part of the logistics team to maintain high performance for all departmental standards including safety, timeliness, quality / accuracy, security and productivity.

Responsibilities will include receiving shipments, transferring materials to and from storage locations, packaging and palletizing products, and other tasks necessary to an efficient shipping and warehousing operation.

The technician must aim to achieve high customer service standards consistently. In addition, this person will also be expected to work proactively on multiple tasks with autonomy.

Work schedule is 8 hours, 1st shift and or possible modified 1st shift to support late afternoon shipments. Overtime work may be needed periodically.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

Drive a culture of “Do It Safe, Do It Right the First Time” with their actions and their words on a daily basis.

Through observation of work area(s), is alert to and avoid unsafe behaviors and conditions or other hazards. s any observed hazards to supervisor.

Strictly adhere to all safety policies including, but not limited to HAZWOPER, Electronic Communications Policy (ECP), and LOTO policies

Participate in monthly safety meetings and promote a safe work environment.

Safely and efficiently operates their assigned tasks to meet the day-to-day productivity goals of the team.

Follow all work processes and work instructions relevant to specific assignments.

Prepare cylinders for shipments (Removing Old Labels, Painting, Inspecting / Checking, Wrapping Valve Labeling With Appropriate Information Per Air Liquide And D.

O.T Requirements, Barcode Scanning, Loading On Pallets, Etc)

Perform shipping and receiving related ERP transactions

Ensure accuracy of all transactions within ERP to ensure accurate data for operational efficiency

Prepare shipping paperwork according to Air Liquide Policy and D.O.T regulations.

Contact Common Carriers and Air Liquide locations to coordinate delivery and pickup of cylinders, and other materials

Ship, Receive, and Deliver supplies, materials and equipment

Operate a forklift to load and unload carrier trucks

Load and unload sea containers including appropriate blocking and bracing in line with IMO, IMDG, and Customs requirements

Maintain Inventory Control records

Conduct inventory cycle counts

Escalates any potential Safety or Quality concerns

Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area

Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse

Comply with all company safety policies and OSHA and MSDS Standards

Successfully complete all assigned trainings

Required Qualifications :

High School Diploma or GED

3+ years of relevant industry experience in logistics operations (shipping, receiving, warehouse operations, inventory management)

Must be certified to drive a forklift

Strong customer service orientation

Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities

Ability to follow all work instructions and safety protocols

Ability to understand the properties and hazards associated with chemicals and compressed gases

Experience in filing IMO, AES, and ISF

Must be a quick learner with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and maintain focus and adapt to a variety of challenges

Must be organized with attention to detail and ability to follow directions to meet deadlines

Must have good written and verbal communication skills and be very capable of regular interaction with all support departments

Computer literate with experience using Microsoft office including Outlook, Word and Excel

Computer literate with Google Docs, Sheets, & Slides