Staffworks is hiring for a Yard Coordinator for our client in Brampton!
The successful candidate acts as a coordinator and first line contact between the distribution centers and shunting team. The successful candidate will be responsible to ensure the safe and efficient movement of trailers within the yards.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
To receive and process trailer movement requests from the DC
To coordinate and direct (dispatch) trailer movement with the shunt team
To update and monitor all trailer movement within the facility using our Yard management system
To prepare shipping schedule and pre-designate all required equipment on a daily basis
To provide the DC with required trailers at required times based on daily schedules
To troubleshoot any problems that arise from within the DC or from the shunt team with regards to trailer status or movement
Record and maintain shunt drivers' time sheets/records
To act as a member of the emergency response team within the yards in the case of a fire/medical emergency/spill/accident
HOURS OF OPERATION: As part of 7 day operations,
normal work week consists of 40 hours per week. Shifts mimic Distribution Centre (DC) shift patterns with both day and afternoon shifts of 10 hours, 4 days per weekly schedule. The shifts are 5:45 am to 3:45 pm or 3:45pm to 1:45am.
Qualifications
Customer focused and dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers
Action oriented, ability to work in a fast-paced, time sensitive environment
Self-motivated and conscientious
Excellent problem analysis/solving skills
Excellent communication skills, ability to listen and interact with customers and team members and maintain a positive rapport
Ability to work independently or as a team player
Quick accurate decision making abilityMulti-tasking skills; ability to prioritize, coordinate and delegate
Demonstrated track record of reliability and commitment