Traffic Coordinator (1st Shift)

As a Traffic Coordinator (1st Shift), you will ensure efficient deliveries and maximize customer satisfaction by following distribution procedures. You will evaluate and design transportation and distribution procedures to maximize delivery efficiency. You will research and analyze freight costs and classifications, delivery methods, and delivery schedules to minimize delivery costs and maximize customer satisfaction. You will report to the Logistics Supervisor and be onsite at the Oak Creek, WI plant.

PPG Offers Excellent Benefits, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, additional retirement benefits, continuing education, and growth opportunities!

This is a 1st shift role, Monday-Friday, 6:30AM to 3PM Central. Weekends will be required as needed to support production.

Responsibilities:

• Process shipments in the ERP system.
• Create BOL's for shipments.
• Prepare hazardous shipping papers.
• Coordinate daily with Final Inspection and Marketing/Customer Service groups to ensure on-time deliveries to customers.
• Process shipments on carrier websites to domestic and International destinations (Bills of Lading, Air Waybills, and supporting documents).
• Contact carriers for pickups. Process ASN's (Advanced Shipping Notice) per customer requirements.
• Will also support Export Control Personnel on Export shipment transactions.
• Will follow Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements at all times.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of shipment experience in a transportation, logistics, or supply chain role.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to accurately follow written and verbal instructions.
• The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and proficiency with Microsoft Office is a plus.
• Must be proficient in Excel and Word; will be creating Excel charts and graphs for tracking department performance.
• Will be required to complete the following certifications and perform the task of processing Dangerous Goods shipments in compliance with DOT (Department of Transportation), IMDG (Int'l Maritime Dangerous Goods Code), and IATA (Int'l Air Transport Assoc.) for documentation, marking, labeling, and packaging of Dangerous Goods.

About us: 

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD® 

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. 

The PPG Way 2030  

We are customer champions 

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

We act with purpose and speed 

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

We are excellent operators 

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

We compete to win 

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

We are PPG proud 

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to  https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.  

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com. 

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.  
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

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