Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Company Background:

Alta Forest Products, in partnership with Itochu Building Products, is the world's largest producer of wood fence boards. It specializes in Western Red Cedar and other premium species found in the Pacific and Inland Northwest forests. In addition to producing fence boards and pallet stock lumber, Alta's zero-wood-waste sawmills produce by-products such as wood chips, sawdust, mulch, and biofuel.

Headquartered in centrally located Chehalis, Washington, Alta operates fence board sawmills in four other rural communities: Morton, WA; Shelton, WA; Amanda Park, WA; and Naples, ID.

The Role:

We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator to join our team. As a Logistics Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining supply chain reporting and planning, as well as providing clerical support for inbound and outbound logistical operations. You will also be responsible for coordinating inventory management, warehousing, and transportation activities to optimize inventory levels and minimize costs.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate logistical functions, including sourcing, receiving, purchasing, and dispatching.
• Manage daily & weekly planning and reporting
• Provide clerical support for inbound and outbound logistical operations.
• Assist with the coordination of inventory management, warehousing, and transportation activities to optimize inventory levels and minimize costs.
• Manage and maintain accurate records of inventory levels and shipments.
• Process freight invoices
• Ensure timely delivery of goods and materials.
• Monitor and track shipments to ensure delivery deadlines are met.
• Resolve logistical issues and discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and a college degree is preferred.
• Previous experience in logistics, supply chain management, or related field
• Must have excellent attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.
• Excels at operating in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Previous experience in supply chain preferred.
• Effectively handles multiple high-priority projects in addition to normal responsibilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and logistics software.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Self-motivated and quality-focused.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee typically works in an interior office environment; however, they may occasionally be exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and dirty industrial environments. Noise levels may vary depending on the current work area. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Position Type/Travel/Schedule:

This position is non-exempt per FLSA guidelines and eligible for overtime. It is a full-time position (40 Hours), and overtime work may be required as projects or job duties demand. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday..

Benefits & Pay:

• Starting Pay: $22.50 - $26.50 per hour (starting wage dependent on qualifications and experience)
• Semi-Annual Bonus Program
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Sponsored Employee and Family Life Insurance
• Paid time off, Vacation, Holiday, Sick Leave
• Employee Referral Program
• Retirement Savings Plan w/ 4.5% company match
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Options, Additional Life, Pet, Illness, and Accident Insurance

Alta Forest Products is an equal-opportunity employer. It considers all applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, religion or creed, gender, disability, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

Small company, big opportunity! By growing and investing in employees and mills, Alta aims to be an industry leader in product quality and employee experience.

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