Overview
Freight Coordinator Jobs in Mundelein, IL at Kilcoy Global Foods
The Freight Coordinator will schedule incoming and outgoing cargo and freight shipments to be transported via truck, train, or other means.
Role and Responsibilities
Coordinating with the Warehouse manager to schedule Kilcoy managed outbound freight carrier pickups of frozen and fresh perishable goods.
Negotiate rates & services with major cross-divisional carriers.
Identify and utilize carriers that maintain food safety and quality standards.
Utilize ERP, WMS, and TMS software for managing orders and scheduling
Understand, practice, and enforce Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP’s) and Company food safety policies and procedures to ensure the safety of our products
Performs other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications and Education Requirements
High School Diploma or GED; some college preferred
5+ years of experience in a production environment with duties directly related to transportation logistics, including inventory management, trucking bids, coordinating with warehouse operations and customer service.
Experience working in a food processing environment
Knowledge of database management, including enterprise software.
MS Office proficiency, especially Excel
Knowledge of GMPs, SPC, HACCP, OSHA, and USDA regulations.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Morning shift
Work Location: In person
Title: Freight Coordinator
Company: Kilcoy Global Foods
Location: Mundelein, IL
