What is the role of a Logistics Coordinator at Peterson Farms Inc?

The Logistics Coordinator position at Peterson Farms Inc is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Supply Chain field.

Where is this Logistics Coordinator job located?

Hart, Michigan, 49420, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Logistics Coordinator role?

Full-time or part-time position

What is the expected salary for this Logistics Coordinator job?

Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

How can I apply for the Logistics Coordinator position at Peterson Farms Inc?

You can apply directly through the application link provided.

Logistics Coordinator at Peterson Farms Inc

OVERVIEW

Responsible for coordinating and managing daily shipping operations, including load planning, routing, scheduling, and real-time monitoring of temperature-controlled freight to ensure on-time and accurate deliveries. Serves as the primary communication link between customers, production, fleet dispatch, third-party carriers, and management to resolve issues, adjust plans, and maintain efficient, compliant transportation operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND RESULTS

Coordinate frozen shipments from Oceana County Freezer Storage (OCFS), including scheduling deliveries monitoring shipments in transit, rescheduling when necessary.
Coordinate ad-hoc transportation needs for shipments that are emergency in nature.
Obtain rates and schedule shipments with intermodal container drayage & monitor in transit.
Approve invoices related to PFI – inbound and outbound
Obtaining rates for tanker shipments from various business units and scheduling shipments.
Coordinate unloading fees for all PFI businesses in coordination with JVC.
Schedule PFI local deliveries and work closely with Transportation Manager and PFI fleet.
Assist logistics/customer service specialist by tracking trucks, monitoring temperatures while on the route. Send updates and relay delays to customers when necessary.
Assist the Director and Manager of Transportation with the preparation of report and cost figures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

College degree preferred but not required.

Demonstrated experience in logistics coordination, transportation scheduling, or operational support may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Skills and Knowledge

Understanding of transportation logistics, including load planning, routing, and scheduling.
Familiarity with temperature‑controlled freight and ability to interpret reefer and monitor readings.
Basic understanding of DOT regulations and carrier compliance requirements.
Experience with TMS or shipment‑tracking tools.
Proficiency in FMCSA DOT Hours-of-Service regulations and applicability to shipment transit times.
Able to troubleshoot routing and scheduling issues and work accurately under pressure.
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with customers, carriers, and internal teams.
Organized and detail‑oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Adaptable, dependable, and responsive with a customer‑service mindset.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

BEHAVIORAL REQUIREMENTS

As part of a team-based work environment, must be able to demonstrate the following Job Competencies:

Team Orientation – Shows skill and ease at working in groups; works with others to achieve better results and forges close working relationships and alliances to get things done; is quick to cooperate versus expect others to bend to his/her wishes; supports joint ownership and shared recognition for results; recognizes advantages of group participation in planning and problem solving.
Develops Technical Competence – Seeks to stay abreast of new developments in core competencies and learn enough about related fields to apply knowledge effectively in business; enjoys learning and is intellectually curious; has strong desire to continuously improve knowledge, skills, and abilities; sees learning and knowledge as keys to building skills and abilities essential to job and career success.
Attention to Detail – Committed to exactness and precision in task completion; identifies, pays attention to, and works to understand details; thorough and consistent in following up at detail level; seeks to become expert in disciplines related to adopted career path to ensure quality and precision in work; takes pride in knowledge base and level of expertise.
Takes Personal Responsibility in Individual Contributor Role – Demonstrates attitude and commitment to take personal responsibility for results, even when in team environment with no authority over others; will step up to fill gaps so results can be assured; avoids excuses as explanations or defending/justifying negative but preventable outcomes.
Practical Intelligence – Absorbs new information quickly and is comfortable dealing with abstract concepts and relationships; relates new information to previously acquired knowledge to expand and refine frame of reference; enjoys learning and expanding breadth and depth of understanding on variety of subjects.
Reliability/Dependability – Responds to internal customer needs, questions, and concerns in accurate and timely manner. Follows through on commitments, assignments, and tasks; is at work when scheduled; takes timely breaks/lunches; uses work time wisely.
Safety Awareness – Demonstrates use of safe and proper work methods and follows established safety procedures. Reports and corrects working conditions that may increase risk factors for injury.
Respects Diversity – Respects the Company’s diverse workforce and behaves in a manner that does not cause harm to others based on age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation or religious believes.
Adaptability – Has ability to focus on the benefits of change and see it as positive; approaches change or newness in constructive, objective manner, views change as learning opportunity; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Positive Working Relationships – Listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things; shares information and knowledge; demonstrates a high level of integrity and honesty.
Focus – Maintains focus on tasks and does not stray from job assignments.

ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Noise level in work environment is moderate, Standard office setting.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable persons with disabilities the ability to perform the essential responsibilities and results.

Logistics Coordinator at Peterson Farms Inc – Hart, Michigan

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