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Mercer Milling Company

The Mercer Logistics &amp; Transportation Coordinator is responsible for coordinating daily logistics operations for the feed mill. This position works closely with the Production Planner and Warehouse Manager to monitor order status, coordinate transportation, and ensure accurate and timely deliveries. The role oversees truck routing, freight scheduling, railcar logistics, DOT compliance, rental fleet management, and shipment verification to ensure operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.The Logistics &amp; Transportation Coordinator serves as the primary point of coordination between production, warehouse operations, drivers, freight carriers, and customer service to maintain efficient product movement, and delivery accuracy.Responsibilities:Order Tracking &amp; Communicationo Work closely with the Production Planner and Warehouse Manager to monitor order progress and readiness.o Communicate order status updates to the Customer Service team.o Confirm orders are complete before scheduling delivery.o Coordinate shipment timing to align with production and customer delivery expectations.Transportation &amp; Route Planningo Utilize StreetSync to plan and optimize Mercer truck delivery routes.o Provide Mercer drivers with daily delivery schedules and route assignments.o Coordinate and schedule LTL, FTL, and Customer Pick-Up (CPU) shipments.o Adjust delivery schedules as needed based on production changes or transportation constraints.Freight &amp; Bulk Hauling Coordinationo Manage the bulk load schedule for outgoing product.o Arrange freight with bulk haulers for deliveries to Mercer locations, farms, and other feed mills.o Coordinate inbound and outbound freight transportation to maintain production flow.Railcar Logisticso Call in railcars as needed to support production requirements.o Monitor railcar scheduling, arrival timing, and availability.o Communicate railcar logistics with production and warehouse teams to ensure continuous supply.Shipment Verification &amp; Load Accuracyo Verify trucks after loading to confirm all required products have been loaded correctly.o Ensure load contents match the delivery order and paperwork.o Confirm orders are complete before adding them to the delivery schedule.Driver Documentation &amp; Delivery Recordso Review driver paperwork at the end of each day.o Confirm all delivery tickets have been submitted.o Identify and resolve any discrepancies or missing documentation.DOT Complianceo Maintain working knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.o Manage DOT-related documentation and compliance records for fleet operations.o Assist with regulatory audits, inspections, and reporting requirements.o Ensure transportation activities comply with applicable federal and state regulations.Rental Fleet Managemento Manage company rental fleet used for transportation and logistics operations.o Coordinate rental equipment availability and scheduling.o Work with vendors to secure additional rental equipment when needed.o Track usage, maintenance needs, and return schedules for rental vehicles and equipment.Required Skills/Abilities:<ul><li>Strong organizational and logistics coordination skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and schedules simultaneously.</li><li>Strong communication skills across operations teams and drivers.</li><li>Attention to detail when verifying loads, schedules, and documentation.</li><li>Working knowledge of transportation logistics and freight coordination.</li><li>Familiarity with DOT regulations and compliance requirements.</li><li>Experience with transportation routing or logistics software (StreetSync preferred).</li></ul>Physical Requirements:<ul><li>Periods working on feet, walking, bending, stretching, lifting, climbing, and performing repetitive actions.</li><li>Must be able to regularly lift up to 55 pounds in a heavy manufacturing environment.</li><li>Must be able to work in indoor and outdoor conditions, which may include heat, cold, dust, heights, regular climbing of ladders and sometimes up to 150 feet), loud noise, etc., with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).</li></ul>Preferred Experience and Qualifications:<ul><li>Associate&rsquo;s degree or equivalent work experience.</li><li>Experience in feed mill operations, agriculture, manufacturing, or logistics coordination.</li><li>Experience working with trucking fleets and freight carriers.</li><li>Familiarity with bulk feed transportation and railcar logistics.</li><li>Experience in managing transportation documentation and regulatory compliance requirements is highly preferred.</li></ul>This is a full-time non-exempt, hourly position with a competitive hourly rate and benefits package, which includes eligibility for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, HSA, FSA, PTO, Sick, and 401(K) programs. The hourly range set for this position is between $26 - $31 per hour.Mercer Milling Premix Company is a division of Triple Crown Nutrition, Inc. which is based in Wayzata, Minnesota. We supply private label custom trace mineral and vitamin premixes to Feed Mills, Dealers, and Independent Consultants with much of the business focused on the dairy industry. The key strengths of Mercer Milling are Manufacturing, Blending, Packaging, and Distribution. With approx. forty employees, Mercer Milling has significant market presence in New York and New England.Mercer Milling is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local lawsJob Type: Full-timePay: $26.00 - $31.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Referral program</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>Are you a permanent resident of the U.S. or a U.S. Citizen?</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Associate (Preferred)</li></ul>Shift availability:<ul><li>Day Shift (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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Logistics & Transportation Coordinator