Seasonal Shipping Coordinator - Chatham-Kent, Canada - Hartung Brothers Inc.

Description

HARTUNG BROTHERS, INC is a family-owned and operated agribusiness. We have been developing a wide range of solutions for agriculture producers and processors alike since 1975. Hartung Brothers offers agriculture contracts for seed corn and cucumbers to farmers and processors.

H&N Logistics LLC is the transportation affiliate of Hartung Brothers Inc and is responsible for assisting the logistics operations at our Chatham, Ontario facility with a variety of tasks related to the safe shipment of produce, documentation of all loads, and food safety requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Direct flow of traffic with the yard to ensure efficient movement of trailers and vehicles.
• Inspect trailers to ensure they are sanitized in compliance with Food Safety requirements.
• Powerwashing of trailers to maintain cleanliness and prevent crosscontamination.
• Clearing Bill of Ladings with Customs and brokers.
• Ensure all necessary documentation is completed accurately and promptly for each shipment.
• Update and maintain shipping spreadsheets as needed, recording trailer yard checks daily.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with drivers regarding yard procedures, trailer inspections, and necessary documents per shipment.
• Assist with trailer maintenance tasks as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills, including written, phone/ radio, and inperson.
• Advanced organizational skills are a must.
• Able to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must have knowledge of health, safety, and food safety standards pertaining to the agricultural infrastructure (training provided).

Job Types:
Full-time, Seasonal

Contract length: 3 months


Pay:
$18.00-$19.00 per hour


Expected hours:
No less than 40 per week


Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Every Weekend
• Overtime

Licence/Certification:

• Forklift Licence (preferred)

Work Location:
In person