Logistics Coordinator

24 hours ago

South Bend, United States Schafer Industries Full time
Overview/Qualifications/Responsibilities

Company Overview:

Schafer Industriesis a premier supplier of off-highway axles and differentiated precision gearing solutions. Established in 1934, Schafer Industries has locations in South Bend, IN, Roscoe, IL, Fredericktown, OH and Blacklick, OH. Schafer Industries is one of the few manufacturers of integrated axle solutions in the off-highway electric vehicle market. Schafer serves customers in a variety of end markets including off-highway vehicles, recreational vehicles, aerospace, defense, oil gas, material handling, powertrain, electric mobility, heavy duty trucking, agriculture, and construction. Our mission is to leverage world class capabilities to deliver superior products and services to maximize the value for our customers, employees, shareholders, and communities.

Position Summary:

Schafer Industries is currently seeking a 1st Shift Logistics Coordinator for its Schafer Gear Works operation in South Bend, IN.

Why Work at Schafer Industries?

  • We are a growth-oriented company with a diversified customer base.
  • We are committed to a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
  • You will enjoy a collaborative work environment where your talents and opinions matter.
  • We provide training as well as opportunities to work on projects in support of your career development.
  • You will quickly see your impact when working with the team.
  • We have competitive pay and benefits to include 401(k) match and tuition reimbursement.
  • We live our values of Safety, Integrity, Responsibility to Others, Customer Focus, Continuous Improvement and Accountability in all that we do.
Job Summary:

Load, unload, move, and store a variety of materials, parts, and products. Move material between departments based on instruction. Operate hand trucks, forklifts, trucks, cranes, hoists, etc.

Dispatch and Receive Parts.

Washing, counting, and packaging parts.

Help support production when needed.

Essential Functions:
  • Ensures all parts are properly washed, rinsed, and oiled according to work orders.
  • Responsible for all parts packaged in accordance with work orders or customer specific instructions.
  • Verifying counts, weights, or measurements of items to be packaged.
  • Visually checking parts, making sure parts are clean and rust free prior to packaging.
  • Cutting cardboard, building boxes, and banding crates.
  • Ensuring that all boxes or crates are marked with the company name, proper quantity, work order number, and correct revision level.
  • Drive forklift to load/unload trucks and move product through the plant.
  • Keep inventory accurate and organized.
  • Package and ship parts going to suppliers and customers.
  1. Entering all data using the Visual Manufacturing program.
  • Entering in work orders upon completion.
  • Receiving and shipping product out of ERP system.
  • Schedule and ship product using a variety of logistic carriers.
  • Reporting any discrepancies to the supervisor prior to saving any entries on the computer.
  1. Ensure the operational effectiveness of all assigned equipment.
  • Maintaining washer cleanliness.
  • Changing cylinder filters when required, skimming the wash and rinse tanks daily, cleaning internal baskets, and wiping down outside of washer when residue is apparent.
  • Sweeping entire area, and mopping daily.
  • Conducting all assigned and necessary preventative maintenance procedures.
  1. Responsible for supporting the Schafer Business process by:
  • Making recommendations for improved setup systems.
  • Maintaining the 6S program in assigned areas.
  • Continuously looking at equipment life to cut costs of repairs.
  1. Contribute to overall effectiveness of the company by:
  • Channeling problems and/or complaints to appropriate person for resolution.
  • Supporting all Schafer policies and procedures.
  • Reporting to supervisor when tasks cannot be completed, and if unsure of any procedures.
  • Providing input and assistance with the implementation of improvements.
  • Resolving problems.
  • Performing other job-related duties as required.
  • Training new personnel in the operations of the shipping department.
  • Assisting and/or training in other areas as needed.


Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Requires physical ability and stamina to perform the essential functions of the position, including the

ability to walk, stand, lift, carry up to 50 pounds, push, kneel, bend, stoop, reach over and under waist

level, twist for extended periods of time on cement or other hard surfaces, etc.

  1. Must be able to work and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
  1. High school diploma or GED.
  1. One to three months related experience and/or training.
  1. Forklift experience is required, may obtain license through Schafer if required.
  1. Basic computer skills.
  1. Self-Driven to succeed.
  1. Must have excellent organizational skill.
  1. Able to establish and execute plans.
  1. Must be able to communicate in English.
Working Conditions:
  1. Air conditioned/heated manufacturing facility with possible exposure to noise; dust; fumes; physical, chemical, and biohazards; solvents, oils, and detergents.
  2. This job is to be performed at the designated facility 100% of the time unless directed otherwise by manager/supervisor.


I understand that this job description has been approved by my supervisor, and I accept the duties and responsibilities described herein. I also understand that I may be assigned additional duties as deemed necessary by my manager/supervisor.

Schafer Industries is an EEO/AAP Employer:

Our company is committed to providing equal employment opportunity. This means that we make employment decisions on the basis of job-related qualifications, skills and abilities and not on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

As a federal subcontractor, we also are required to take affirmative action, or proactive measures, to prevent discrimination.

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