Operations Administrative Assistant

STAR PIPE PRODUCTS (Zip code: 77082)

Summary

The Operations Administrative Assistant receives LTL and non-LTL shipments, and processes inbound and outbound paperwork for deliveries. Verifying container shipments are received correctly, works directly with loaders and unloaders to ensure the accuracy of containers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Must have knowledge of LTL software (Banyon Software) preferred, understand, and make good traffic decisions, able to manage freight costs.
• Receives items by unloading vehicles; accepting deliveries; unpacking containers.
• Verifies items received by inspecting the condition of items; comparing count/measure of items to purchase order and packing list; noting discrepancies.
• Documents items received by recording identifying information.
• Transfers orders received by routing or delivering items to requesting department. Be able to make branch transfer decisions and understand bin discipline and bin accuracy.
• Prepares paperwork for shipments by assembling, packing, protecting, and labeling containers.
• Determines the method of shipment by examining items to be shipped, destination, route, rate, and time of shipment.
• Must have knowledge of LTL and Overseas container processing.
• Documents items shipped by recording identifying information of items and transport information.
• Maintains shipping and receiving materials by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed materials; placing and expediting orders for materials; verifying receipt of materials.
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Experience

Required:

• HS Diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

• Some college

Knowledge, Skills, Licenses, Certifications, Etc.:

Required:

• Excel, Word, E-mail etiquette
• Ability/judgment to solve issues directly with LTL delivery drivers, concerning matters that require tact and resourcefulness

More skills/qualifications:

Organization, Supply Management, Deadline-Oriented, Dependability, Persistence, Time Management, Independence, Documentation Skills, Customer Service, and Reporting Skills.

Physical Demands

• The ability to stand for extended periods of time

Work Environment

• Office and warehouse environment

Star Pipe Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are the proud owner of a U.S.A. foundry situated in South Coffeyville, Oklahoma. Star® Pipe Products is a domestic & global manufacturer for a broad array of iron products for the water and wastewater industries. Established in 1981, Star® Pipe Products is headquartered in Houston, Texas, and has been delivering quality products and services for over 40 years.