“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder
Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.
- 19,000 trained professionals
- 350+ locations worldwide
- Fortune 500
- Globally unified systems
Scope of position:
We are seeking a proactive and safety-focused Yard Safety Coordinator to oversee the safe and efficient operation of our warehouse yard in Ellenwood, GA. This role is critical to maintaining a secure environment for drivers, staff, and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and supporting smooth logistics operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Driver Oversight: Monitor truck loading/unloading to ensure adherence to safety procedures.
- Hazard Reporting: Identify and report unsafe practices or conditions to the Health & Safety team and warehouse management.
- Communication: Maintain real-time communication with drivers and operations staff via radio and yard/dock door systems.
- Equipment Maintenance: Track and document preventative maintenance for dock equipment.
- Yard Patrols: Conduct regular yard walks to identify and address safety concerns.
- Trailer Security: Ensure trucks are properly secured using restraint systems or wheel chocks; manage trailer seals.
- Documentation: Check trucks in/out using the visitor management system and verify driver paperwork.
- Physical Tasks: Operate dock plates and doors; lift, push, and pull as needed.
- Cleanliness: Maintain yard cleanliness and organization.
Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.
Qualifications
- Prior experience in warehouse or yard operations preferred.
- Strong understanding of safety protocols and procedures.
- Effective communication skills with drivers and team members.
- Physically capable of performing manual tasks (lifting, bending, standing).
- Familiarity with dock equipment and restraint systems.
- Basic recordkeeping and documentation skills
Working Conditions
- Outdoor yard environment with exposure to varying weather conditions.
- Requires use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Fast-paced, physically demanding role.
Preferred Skills
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations and warehouse safety standards.
- Experience with visitor management and dock door systems.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.
Additional Information
Expeditors offers excellent benefits
- Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
- Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision
- Life and Long Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (US only)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Training and Personnel Development Program
Reporting Structure: Distributions Operations Manager
This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who takes ownership of safety, communicates effectively, and thrives in a fast-paced logistics environment. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact on our operations, we encourage you to apply!
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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What We Do
Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 (374) company, we employ over 16,500 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 320 locations across six continents. Expeditors is focused on the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems. Our services include air and ocean freight consolidation and forwarding, vendor consolidation, customs clearance, cargo insurance, distribution and other value-added logistics services. We pride ourselves on being a solutions-based organization that takes the time to understand each customer's individual business needs. As a non-asset based organization, we have considerable flexibility when managing customers' supply chains. Our relationships with local suppliers and global air and ocean partners provides our customers with the best routing and pricing options. Expeditors' comprehensive, flexible spectrum of services is supported by leading-edge information technology providing the highest level of end to end visibility. To maintain consistent quality and customer service across the globe, Expeditors has regional headquarters located in London, Dubai, Shanghai and Singapore. At Expeditors, our industry professionals, award winning processes and globally unified systems ensure that we always live up to our promise, "You'd be surprised how far we'll go for you."
