Traffic Associate

Overview

THE ROLE 

At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.

The position: The Traffic Associate is responsible for daily production verification, production status reports, outbound trailer entry, and trailer set up.  Completes bill of lading upon receipt of releases for carriers.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

• Daily production: Verifying information entered by production into JD Edwards daily for reports used throughout the company including status reports.

• Outbound trailers: information received from the guard containing trailers that were picked up by drivers verified and corrected, if necessary, in JD Edwards daily reports used throughout the company.

• Trailer set up: information received mainly from the Chicago office and occasionally directly from the customer with direction on drivers/companies picking up trailers entered JD Edwards daily. Paperwork is printed at the plant and given to the guard on duty for shipping trailers.

• Outbound trailer report: verify totals on report vs actual. Works with Quality and Production Departments to ensure trailer can be released and shipped.

• Reporting: Update excel daily completion reports, actual units up/off reports, trailers on hold, yard report, manufacturing reports.

• Set up trailers for shipping: ensure forms are completed accurately.

• Trailer tracking entry: information received from the production lines with information relating to specific trailers entered JD Edwards daily for reports used throughout the company. Some of the information for certain customers is also entered onto spreadsheets to be sent directly to the customer at their request.

• Communicates daily with gate guards to release trailers to third party drivers based on orders received.

• Troubleshoots trailer pickup errors when wrong trailer is released.

• Provide copies of documents to carrier in the event of loss of original documentation.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

YOUR SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS) 

• Education & Experience

  • Prior work experience with regards to being an Administrative Assistant or in a fast paced or demanding environment as well as classroom instruction on Microsoft programs should be considered necessary for this position.

• Skills

  • Good communication skills and professionalism are a plus when dealing with peers, customers, and sales personnel in the office, on the phone or via e-mail.

  • The ability to multi-task and meet time requirements while addressing additional requests in a timely manner is necessary to succeed in this position.

  • Fluent typing and 10-key skills a must as well as knowledge with Microsoft Office programs to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc. and the ability to learn company specific software.

  • Use of office machines such as phones, fax, copiers, and scanners.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS 

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: Conditions are adequate for the position. 90% office / computer work.

ABOUT GREAT DANE 

With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.

WHY WORK FOR US? 

Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what it is today. Our jobs are waiting to be filled by driven, challenge-focused & enthusiastic people like you.

Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted in core values of safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. Every employee has opportunities to learn, to grow, to succeed and to be engaged in a collaborative environment.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW 

• Competitive compensation

• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions

• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Paid holidays and vacation

• And more!

Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer