Logistics Coordinator - Production Control

At AISIN North Carolina, the phrase "Quality People, Quality Products" isn't just a slogan. Our commitment to quality extends not only to our products, but also to our team members, the community and the environment.

AISIN North Carolina is a $1.1billion Tier 1 automotive manufacturer of automatic transmissions and components. The corporate office and primary manufacturing facility (1 million sq. ft.) is located in Durham, NC, and home to more than 2000 Team Members dedicated to quality supremacy. We are proud of what we do because we are proud of our products, our team members, our customers, and our community.

Job Scope

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and tracking logistics processes such as container management and damaged freight claims. He/she will communicate with Production Control staff any issues that occur with these processes and support process efficiency.

Job Functions

• Arrange repairs for trailers and containers
• Track logistic costs and analyze trends for accurate reporting
• Administrator of Yard Management System to track assets and asset movement
• Coordinate and track inbound and outbound domestic freight, ocean freight and air freight, to insure timely delivery of production parts
• Oversee CMS (Content Management System) to insure all users have access to incoming/outgoing ocean freight information
• Oversee the filing and resolution of damaged freight claims
• Provide back up support for other logistics team members
• Audit all freight invoices for accuracy before submitting to finance
• Escalate and communicate issues to upper management
• Other related duties as required

Job Duties

• Ensure accuracy of yard management system and that all users are familiar with use. Regularly communicate asset data with team members and provide user training as needed.
• Communicate freight delays with parts planning team, packaging and logistics team and support freight recovery activities such as port diversion or expedites
• Track costs associated with logistics for weekly, monthly and annual reporting to identify industry trends and areas for improvement within current processes
• Oversee damaged freight process by filing cargo claims with both freight carriers and insurance companies to recoup the financial loss associated with freight mishandling,
• Maintain positive relationships with Production Control staff and vendors

Basic Qualifications

• Ability and history of driving change with a self-starter mentality
• Intermediate analytical and critical thinking abilities
• Good relationship building skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in Business Management or Supply Chain or related discipline (or) Equivalent experience
• Computer skills; Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a role relating to Logistics, Customer Service, Supply Chain, or in a related role

Preferred

• Knowledge of Siemens, Allen Bradley, and Mitsubishi products
• A technical diploma in Electrical Industrial Maintenance or related field
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a production maintenance environment, preferably in the automotive industry
• Have knowledge and experience with electrical equipment: 480/230v 3ph, 110&24 vdc controls, prints and schematics
• Have the ability to read and interrupt blue prints, schematic, and ladder logic
• Have the ability to read and interrupt blue prints, schematic, and ladder logic
• Possess an understanding of electrical matters in a manufacturing setting
• Should have some level of experience in the electrical/automation technician field

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