Transport logistics technician

Tasks

• Compile orders and instructions received from customers
• Develop specific plans to prioritize
• Organize tasks to accomplish the work
• Oversee operational logistics of the organization
• Revise type and quantity of materials required sent for production, construction and other projects
• Track and complete work orders
• Monitor movement of supplies and materials between departments
• Perform routine clerical duties
• Read blueprints, written specifications and production drawings
• Prepare and submit reports
• Light cleaning duties
• Maintain work records and logs
• Organize warehouse and work areas
• Perform general office duties
• Resolve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
• Co-ordinate traffic flow of supplies
• Consult with production supervisor to schedule production runs in a cost and time-efficient manner
• Monitor production progress
• Project management
• Co-ordinate, assign and review work
• Keep track of shipments
• Process and transmit information and instructions to co-ordinate the activities of vehicle operators and crews using dispatching equipment
• Organize and maintain inventory

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)

Computer and technology knowledge

• Database software
• Electronic mail
• MS Outlook
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• MS Office

Area of work experience

• Quality assurance or control

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Repetitive tasks

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Safety equipment/gear
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Accurate
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Analytical
• Proactive

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

Employment terms options

• Day

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Pension plan

Other benefits

• Travel insurance