Load Planner - Addison

The range is $55,000 - 75,000 per year. Exact salary offered will depend on candidate’s experience, work location, skills, etc.

Mauser Packaging Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits.

Duties:

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  Load Planning & Routing: Build, plan, and assign outbound/inbound shipments using Transportation Management Systems (TMS). Determine the best shipping modes and consolidate LTL or FTL loads. 

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  Optimization: Calculate weight distribution, trailer capacity, and assess variables to maximize space and ensure safe transport.

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  Coordination & Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for dispatchers, warehouse operations, drivers, and customers. 

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  Compliance & Documentation: Validate Bills of Lading (BOLs), proof of delivery (POD), and ensure adherence to DOT, EHS, and Federal Motor Carrier regulations. 

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  Performance Tracking: Monitor in-transit loads, track delivery times, and compile KPI data (e.g., cost per load, on-time pickup percentages)

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  Schedule inbound truck deliveries and outbound freight pickups.

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  Inspect incoming items and compare them with purchase orders and packing lists.

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  Process bills of lading, airway bills, and tracking numbers via carriers like UPS or FedEx.

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  Identify, document, and resolve freight damage, missing items, and inventory discrepancies in a timely manner.

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  Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment, including the loading dock, in accordance with company safety standards.

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  Serve as the primary liaison between vendors, drivers, and customer service to ensure clear communication and efficient issue resolution.

Requirements:

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  High school diploma or equivalent required.

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  Entry level to 1 year of inventory, warehouse, and receiving experience.

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  Ability to work in a self-directed environment.

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  Communication skills necessary to coordinate activities among various parties, including internal and external customers and vendors.

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  Basic Math Skills.

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  Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend English.

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  Proficient skills in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word and Outlook email.

Physical Requirements:

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  Ability to sit and stand for extended periods.

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  Ability to wear all safety PPE required such as steel-toed shoes and earplugs when walking the plant floor.