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Lineage Logistics

Global cold storage and transportation provider

Logistics Associate

Logistics & TransportationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBedford Park, IL, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • At least 2 years of experience in shipping, transportation coordination, logistics, or a related environment, or a relevant certification, is required.
  • Understanding of shipping documentation, including bills of lading, is required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook, is required.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills for professional interaction with customers, carriers, and internal teams are required.
  • Organizational skills to multitask and prioritize competing deadlines are required.
  • Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment are required.

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 and export paperwork.
  • Work with warehouse, production, and transportation teams, as well as carriers, to resolve issues and prevent delays.
  • Perform daily administrative tasks, maintain accurate records, and manage multiple priorities.
  • Monitor transportation activities and assist with identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and service.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with export documentation and/or meat production operations is strongly preferred.
  • Knowledge of meat processing, packaging, and production scheduling is a plus.
  • Experience with transportation management systems or similar software is preferred.

About the Company

Lineage Logistics

Global cold storage and transportation provider

Lineage Logistics provides cold storage and transportation for perishable foods through a global network of temperature-controlled facilities. It also offers value-added services like food processing, packaging, and quality improvement to help customers move products from producer to retailer. The company uses technology, including machine learning, to optimize energy use and operations, and charges fees for storage, transport, and added services. Its goal is to ensure safe, efficient worldwide distribution of perishable foods by delivering reliable storage and handling across the supply chain.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Novi, MI
Founded
2012

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