Logistics Specialist
The Gleason Works
About Gleason
With more than 2,200 employees and 13 manufacturing facilities worldwide, Gleason Corporation is a leader in gear technology. Gleason's product and service offerings include gear and transmission design software, gear manufacturing machines and related accessories, gear metrology equipment and automation systems. Gleason products are used by customers in e-mobility, commercial vehicles, aerospace, agriculture, mining, sustainable energy, construction, power tools, marine and many other industries
Working for Gleason, you will be connected to work that matters, putting your expertise to its best use while developing skills for the future. The result is a career defined by you, supported by Gleason and built on tangible accomplishments. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are looking for the right people to join us on our mission. If you are interested in being part of our team, there are a few things you should know: We are energized by challenges and the effort needed to solve them. We like working with people who are positive, adaptable and growth-minded. We care how work gets accomplished and are deeply invested in the success of our customers and colleagues. If this sounds like you, we invite you to read on and learn more.
Why work at Gleason?
+ Excellent benefits package including a 6% Company 401(k) match
+ Flexible scheduling options available in some departments
+ NYS Certified Apprenticeship Program
+ Shift premiums for 2nd and 3rd shifts
+ Formal and informal development opportunities.
Summary:
The successful candidate must be a self-motivated individual possessing logistics experience in a manufacturing environment with the ability to perform effectively under pressure. The role will be intimately involved in cargo preparation, transportation arrangements, tracking and trade compliance. Team work is essential in this role as the candidate will need to be able to work cross functionally with all departments in the resolution of shipping related issues and driving shipping related improvement projects for the department.
Essential Functions:
+ Responsible for updating and distributing the Logistics dashboard weekly.
+ Actively manage, analyze, and process Duty Drawback claims with assistance from the Logistics Clerk.
+ Must have a thorough knowledge and change awareness of applicable Customs regulations and expirations of rulings applicable to Duty Drawback.
+ Able to assist in safely packaging outbound orders for both parcel and LTL.
+ Prepare and maintain shipping documentation for both domestic and international transportation
+ Schedule and monitor inbound and outbound machine shipments from origin to destination ensuring timely pickups, transit times and deliveries.
+ Attend daily Runoff meeting to ensure Logistics team is set for machines getting close to shipping.
+ Handle carrier communications regarding import tariff classifications and other issues, as well as follow through to resolution.
+ Ensure compliance with international trade regulations such as Electronic Export Information filing and documentation requirements.
+ Assist Finance with month end order reconciliation.
+ Coordinate shipment approvals with other Gleason plants.
+ Train and maintain standard operating procedures for current and new employees with regards to the domestic and international shipping process start to finish.
+ Continuously evaluate current processes and recommend relevant changes or improvements to increase compliance and efficiency.
+ Backfill for small parts shipping personnel as needed.
+ Update and maintain commodity code records in SAP.
+ Capture and report on global transportation spend in aggregate and by mode.
+ Monitor and report on industry trends affecting and cost drivers impacting the cost of transportation. Recommend alternatives, as necessary.
+ Advise on selection of proper Incoterms. Evaluating situational cost differences to determine the optimum shipping mode, lane, and cost.
+ Assist in the landed cost calculations for inbound and outbound products.
+ Act as single point of contact for customs related issues.
Qualifications:
+ Experience working in a shipping, warehouse and/or production environment desired.
+ Accurate data entry skills with basic understanding of SAP or other business system.
+ Working knowledge of U.S. Import and Export Trade Regulations, Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) for tariff classifications and duty rates.
+ Must be able to analyze and present fact-based management reporting with recommendations.
+ Must have detailed understanding of Harmonized Tariff Schedule requirements and Incoterms.
+ Knowledge of Duty Drawback rules, regulations and application to Gleason business.
+ Ability to follow work instructions, effectively present information and respond to questions from customers and colleagues.
+ Ability to read, interpret and process domestic and international shipping documents or contracts in a timely manner; detail-orientation in performing accurate transactions.
+ Excellent organizational skills, with ability to multi-task.
+ Solid written and verbal skills are essential as well as good interpersonal skills.
+ Highly motivated and results-oriented with a focus on exceptional customer service and quality.
+ Able to work in a cross functional team environment and demonstrate sound judgment and decision-making skills.
+ Display a strong sense of urgency in researching, tracking and correcting problems in a timely and cost effective manner.
+ Possess strong analytical and problem solving capabilities
+ Perform other duties as required or assigned.
+ Experience working in a shipping, warehouse and/or production environment desired.
+ Accurate data entry skills with basic understanding of SAP or other business system.
+ Working knowledge of U.S. Import and Export Trade Regulations, Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) for tariff classifications and duty rates.
+ Must be able to analyze and present fact-based management reporting with recommendations.
+ Must have detailed understanding of Harmonized Tariff Schedule requirements and Incoterms.
+ Knowledge of Duty Drawback rules, regulations and application to Gleason business.
+ Ability to follow work instructions, effectively present information and respond to questions from customers and colleagues.
+ Ability to read, interpret and process domestic and international shipping documents or contracts in a timely manner; detail-orientation in performing accurate transactions.
+ Excellent organizational skills, with ability to multi-task.
+ Solid written and verbal skills are essential as well as good interpersonal skills.
+ Highly motivated and results-oriented with a focus on exceptional customer service and quality.
+ Able to work in a cross functional team environment and demonstrate sound judgment and decision-making skills.
+ Display a strong sense of urgency in researching, tracking and correcting problems in a timely and cost effective manner.
+ Possess strong analytical and problem solving capabilities
+ Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Preferred Education/ Training
+ High School Diploma or General Education Degree
+ 5+ years of experience in a Shipping, Receiving, Warehouse and Inventory Control manufacturing environment
Computer Skills:
+ Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
+ Outlook/Email
+ Internet
+ Familiarity with inventory control systems, ERP systems (SAP preferred) and/or shipping modules such as UPS and FedEx is desired
The salary range in this posting depends on qualifications and experience. Actual compensation may vary, and this job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors including work schedule, shift premiums, and overtime.
Gleason is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to age, disability, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, national origin, race/color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, victim of domestic violence status, arrest or conviction record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
MANUFACTURING ENVIRONMENT
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in a manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Employees are required to use proper lift assistance for any objects over 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in a manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts; wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, experience and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. Employees are required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their manager or supervisor.
DISCLAIMER
The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed and is not an all inclusive summary of job duties and responsibilities. The omission of specific statements or duties and responsibilities does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change.
Job Details
Job Family GWR & GSAC
Job Function Indirect
Pay Type Hourly
Education Level High School
Hiring Min Rate 20.54 USD
Hiring Max Rate 34.22 USD
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