Logistics Associate

Posted 5 Days Ago
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Bedford Park, IL, USA
In-Office
19-32 Hourly
Junior
Logistics • 3PL: Third Party Logistics
The Role
Coordinates daily transportation operations, including shipment planning, load consolidation, pickup and delivery scheduling, carrier tendering, import/export processes, and customer support. Monitors carrier performance, evaluates routing and carrier alternatives, communicates accessorial costs, resolves issues, and balances cost, service requirements, and profit margins.
Summary Generated by Built In
  • Shift: 1st Shift
  • Pay: $21–$24/hr, depending on experience.

Support the day-to-day transportation operations, including shipment planning, load consolidation, and the import/export process. Provide customer support for Lineage Transportation Team.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Plan and coordinate multiple customer orders daily, ensuring timely processing and shipment scheduling.
  • Manage meat order schedules and coordinate with production teams regarding product availability and order fulfillment.
  • Schedule pickup and delivery appointments based on customer and operational requirements.
  • Communicate directly with customers regarding order status, product availability, scheduling, and shipment updates.
  • Coordinate export shipments, prepare required documentation, and ensure shipments are ready for inspections.
  • Review and maintain accurate shipping documentation, including bills of lading (BOLs) and export paperwork.
  • Work closely with warehouse, production, transportation teams, and carriers to resolve issues and prevent delays.
  • Perform daily administrative tasks, maintain accurate records, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Monitor transportation activities and assist with identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and service.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)
  • High School diploma or GED.
  • 2+ years of experience in shipping, transportation coordination, logistics, or a related environment, or relevant certification.
  • Experience with export documentation and/or meat production operations strongly preferred.
  • Knowledge of meat processing, packaging, and production scheduling is a plus.
  • Understanding of shipping documentation, including bills of lading (BOLs).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook.
  • Experience with transportation management systems or similar software preferred.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with customers, carriers, and internal teams.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize competing deadlines.
  • Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Pay Range:$19.18 - $32.40

Why Lineage?
This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers’ requirements. Beyond that, you’ll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We’ll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.

Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation.  Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.
Benefits


Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, annual bonus eligibility, and a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year.

Skills Required

  • High School diploma or GED
  • Two years of shipping or transportation coordination experience, or relevant certification
  • Thorough knowledge of shipping and transportation operations
  • Familiarity with import and export processes
  • Experience with transportation management software
  • Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to interact with internal and external customers
  • Excellent organizational skills, including multitasking and workload prioritization
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Lineage Logistics Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Lineage Logistics and has not been reviewed or approved by Lineage Logistics.

  • Retirement Support — The 401(k) match offers 100% up to 3% plus 50% on the next 2%, with immediate vesting. This predictable structure is regarded as a standout element of the package.
  • Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage is described as standard to solid, and options such as HSA and FSA help manage out-of-pocket costs. Some employees consider the health insurance good or affordable, adding perceived value.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Perks like company-sponsored food events, holiday giveaways, and team gatherings provide additional day-to-day value in some locations. These extras contribute to a more supportive environment beyond base pay.

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The Company
HQ: Novi, MI
3,396 Employees
Year Founded: 2012

What We Do

Lineage Logistics is the industry’s leading innovator in temperature-controlled supply chain and logistics. Lineage’s expertise in end-to-end logistical solutions, its unrivaled real estate network, and its use of technology combine to promote food safety, increase distribution efficiency, advance sustainability, lessen environmental impact, and minimize supply chain waste. As a result, Lineage helps customers ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small family-owned businesses increase the efficiency and protect the integrity of their temperature-controlled supply chain. In recognition of the company’s leading innovations, Lineage was recognized as the No 1. Data Science company on Fast Company’s Annual list of The World’s Most Innovative Companies in 2019, in addition to ranking 23rd overall in an evaluation of thousands of companies worldwide.

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