Transportation Operations Specialist

Job Description:
What does the cell phone in your pocket, a spaceship, and an electric vehicle have in common?
Ellsworth Adhesives provides the materials used in each of those products.
Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer currently has a Transportation Operations Specialist opportunity. This role reports into our Specialty Chemical Distribution (SCD) Division located in Germantown, WI and is an on-site/hybrid role.
Want to continue to grow your career? This is an exciting time to be a part of Ellsworth, come join our team!
Ellsworth Corporation is a family-run company that has had continuous growth for over 50 years. We are an industry-leading global distributor, manufacturer, and packager of adhesives used by cell phone, medical device, space/aerospace, and electric vehicle industries! Click here to see our state-of-the-art facility and distribution center and learn more about our business, and here to find out more about the industries we serve, and here to learn about our consumer and manufacturing divisions.
This role provides transportation and distribution operations related support for Ellsworth Specialty Chemical Distribution.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with third-party vendors to obtain quotes for domestic and international transportation
Freight forwarder communication.
Book transportation using Third-Party Transportation Management System.
Exception shipment management.
Supporting transportation functions for the organization
Assists with transportation coordination requests.
Files and pursues damage claims with carriers and insurance companies
Coordinates LTL shipments.
PERKS & BENEFITS
As an industry leader, we offer a competitive wage, bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefit package which includes Health, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k), Employee Assistance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, Wellness Program, Social Events, Community Involvement and much more! Click Here for a summary of Employee Benefits
Qualifications
3+ years of related industrial experience and/or training
Post high school education in a related field of study, such as Supply Chain
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Warehouse software
Strong customer service skills
Thorough and attentive to details
Solid verbal and written communication skills
Proven track record of self-direction
Demonstrates sense of urgency
Ability to achieve operational savings
Ability to assess processes and make recommendations for continuous improvement
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
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