Logistics Specialist - BOSTONtec

The Logistics Specialist at BOSTONtec plays a critical role in ensuring timely and accurate shipment of manufactured products. This position serves as the primary link between customers, internal teams, and the shipping department to coordinate all outbound logistics. While much of the work involves computer-based scheduling and documentation, the role also includes hands-on responsibilities such as operating pallet jacks, fork trucks, and other equipment to safely load and secure products for transport. The ideal candidate combines strong organizational skills with attention to detail and a commitment to safety and efficiency in every aspect of the shipping process.

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities

• Optimize the loading of products based on prioritized customer needs and production output.
• Confirm product correctness per job orders.
• Maintain appropriate paperwork and documentation.
• Interact with customers by phone or email to schedule shipments.
• Work in BOSTONtec Assembly area as needed.
• Operate fork truck and/or pallet jack to retrieve and move materials and complete shipments accurately.
• Read and comprehend and utilize Shipping Pick Lists, bill of ladings, and packing lists produced by the MRP systems software.
• All completed orders must be either set up or shipped off on the day of completion.
• 5-S: Maintain neat and orderly work area including temporary storage area; break-down boxes, transport trash, and/or packaging materials to dumpster.
• Use LEAN tools and processes to identify and eliminate waste and participate in LEAN events.
• Work in an extremely safe manner, following all safety rules and regulations.
• Support and uphold the company’s values – Teamwork, Integrity, Positive Attitude, Achievement, and Growth.
• Aspire for great quality of workmanship, securing of all products, product completeness prior to shipping out goods.
• Develop teamwork by establishing and maintaining effective healthy working relationships with all employees and business contacts.
• Exhibit respect and truthfulness in every interaction, while doing what we say we’ll do.
• Work with enthusiasm, remain optimistic, and seek innovative solutions to problems.
• Work with focus, discipline, and a sense of urgency to accomplish personal, professional, and company goals.
• Demonstrate an intolerance for complacency and fearlessly pursue new opportunities and innovations.
• Understand, embrace, and adhere to the principles of continuous improvement.
• Maintain an acceptable attendance record.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Shipping knowledge and evident expertise.
• Ability to direct and effectively communicate with others.
• Good attendance, work performance, and safety records.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to successfully complete training and receive powered industrial truck license.
• Ability to consistently perform manual labor and heavy lifting.
• Must have good vision, including adequate peripheral vision.
• Must have valid motor vehicle driver’s license.
• Ability to perform within tight schedules, deadlines, and demands.
• Ability to prioritize and respond to many simultaneous demands and remain focused on overall job tasks and responsibilities.
• Ability to use personal computers and applicable software applications - production planning, Internet, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to work extra hours as needed, sometimes on short notice.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, see, and hear.  The employee is regularly required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach with hands and arms.  The employee regularly lifts and/or items weighing up to 75 pounds and sometimes more.  Shared lifting of heavier items is expected.  Minimal travel and/or driving is required.  Noise levels are typically moderate.

The information contained in this position description is intended to describe the general content and requirements for the successful performance of the position.  It is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.  Additional duties and requirements may be assigned.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position

About Case Systems and BOSTONtec 

www.casesystems.com | www.bostontec.com 

At Case Systems and BOSTONtec, we pride ourselves on being one of the top employers in the Midland, MI area, a reputation we've built through our commitment to our core values of Integrity, Teamwork, Positive Attitude, Achievement, and Growth. We strive to create a warm and welcoming environment for employees, customers, vendors, and other business partners, and we are committed to helping make the communities we live and work in better. We understand our employees are our most valuable resource, playing a crucial role in meeting and exceeding our customers' expectations and driving the success of the company. Here's what we offer to ensure our team members feel valued and supported:

Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits 

• Wages – at or above regional market rates
• Health and Wellbeing – Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as flexible spending account and health savings account options 
• Financial Security – 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match and profit-sharing
• Work / Life Balance – generous paid time off and paid holidays and schedule flexibility
• Support and Development – Employee Assistance Program, personal and professional development programs, and recognition programs

Community Engagement 

Through our Community Giving Committee, we actively address needs in the Great Lakes Bay Region by providing funding and volunteering. We are active members of several local, state, and national associations, and we encourage employee participation on boards and committees. We partner with local schools and colleges to provide work-based learning opportunities. 

Ready to Apply? 

Are you ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic team? Apply now to become the Case Systems and BOSTONtec team. Join us and be a part of a company that cares deeply about its employees, customers, and community.