What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traffic Administrator position at Klöckner Pentaplast?
The Company
kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act on climate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product protection, shelf life and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint.
At kp, we are passionate about ensuring our customers' satisfaction, and we strive to achieve this goal by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to drive a positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.
Traffic Administrator
Summary: Directs and coordinates traffic activities for the GOR Campus as well as loading trailers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare bills of lading and other related documents necessary for outbound CPU and warehouse shipments
Batch and prepare paperwork for the loading of shipments for dock personnel
Call the customer or customer’s carrier to let them know their shipment is ready for pick up
Monitor shipping activities screen VT12, completes the check in button on shipments for GOR/KBF to print required paperwork
Batch the paperwork and places in appropriate trays for dock supervisor
When shipment is loaded, confirm the transfer order in SAP and complete the PGI on each shipment
Ensure that VT12 is clean at the end of each day and all shipments are complete.
Coordinate shipments and hot freight with all shipping personnel (internal and external vendors)
Process Raw Materials Goods Receipts
Answer phones and gives drivers directions to our facilities
Work with drivers and dock personnel to ensure that carriers are loaded promptly, in FIFO basis
Prepare daily shipping reports and distributes to appropriate departments
Responsible for cycle counts of finished goods in the warehouse and any other cycle counts as assigned by the supervisor
Research the status of orders and expedites any problems discovered with an order ship date
Enter annual inventory and necessary adjustments in the department Information Processing System
Process material routing forms and adjusts inventory status
Load products on trailers.
Prepare proper documentation for airfreight shipments upon receipt of proper authorization
Assign carriers for any freight not handled by shipping vendor
Assist in vacation coverage for Shipping and Receiving at GOR and KBF
Communicate with other departments, plants, customers, brokers, carriers, customs, drivers, and vendors to resolve traffic issues or to provide information
Print scale tickets to records weights of delivery trucks and forward to receiving
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of SAP Transportation Manual and Forklift certification.
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 sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 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.
Apply Now!
If you are determined, thrive in a fast-paced environment with high levels of accountability and focus, then we’d love to meet you!
At kp, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is vital to our global success. We welcome applicants from all identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We aim to create an inclusive culture where our employees feel empowered to play to their strengths and see themselves reflected in the organization without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual preference, marital status, or inclusion in any other protected class.
Nearest Major Market: Charlottesville
Nearest Secondary Market: Virginia
kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act on climate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product protection, shelf life and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint.
At kp, we are passionate about ensuring our customers' satisfaction, and we strive to achieve this goal by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to drive a positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.
Traffic Administrator
Summary: Directs and coordinates traffic activities for the GOR Campus as well as loading trailers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare bills of lading and other related documents necessary for outbound CPU and warehouse shipments
Batch and prepare paperwork for the loading of shipments for dock personnel
Call the customer or customer’s carrier to let them know their shipment is ready for pick up
Monitor shipping activities screen VT12, completes the check in button on shipments for GOR/KBF to print required paperwork
Batch the paperwork and places in appropriate trays for dock supervisor
When shipment is loaded, confirm the transfer order in SAP and complete the PGI on each shipment
Ensure that VT12 is clean at the end of each day and all shipments are complete.
Coordinate shipments and hot freight with all shipping personnel (internal and external vendors)
Process Raw Materials Goods Receipts
Answer phones and gives drivers directions to our facilities
Work with drivers and dock personnel to ensure that carriers are loaded promptly, in FIFO basis
Prepare daily shipping reports and distributes to appropriate departments
Responsible for cycle counts of finished goods in the warehouse and any other cycle counts as assigned by the supervisor
Research the status of orders and expedites any problems discovered with an order ship date
Enter annual inventory and necessary adjustments in the department Information Processing System
Process material routing forms and adjusts inventory status
Load products on trailers.
Prepare proper documentation for airfreight shipments upon receipt of proper authorization
Assign carriers for any freight not handled by shipping vendor
Assist in vacation coverage for Shipping and Receiving at GOR and KBF
Communicate with other departments, plants, customers, brokers, carriers, customs, drivers, and vendors to resolve traffic issues or to provide information
Print scale tickets to records weights of delivery trucks and forward to receiving
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of SAP Transportation Manual and Forklift certification.
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 sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 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.
Apply Now!
If you are determined, thrive in a fast-paced environment with high levels of accountability and focus, then we’d love to meet you!
At kp, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is vital to our global success. We welcome applicants from all identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We aim to create an inclusive culture where our employees feel empowered to play to their strengths and see themselves reflected in the organization without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual preference, marital status, or inclusion in any other protected class.
Nearest Major Market: Charlottesville
Nearest Secondary Market: Virginia
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