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Transportation Coordinator

@ Kaiser Aluminum
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Newburgh, Indiana, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:scheduling shipments, managing carriers, reporting metrics
Requirements Summary:Coordinate inbound/outbound transportation, schedule and monitor truck shipments, secure cost‑effective freight, manage carrier performance and reporting, maintain ISO documentation, and support continuous improvement across logistics functions.
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Kaiser Aluminum Warrick has been on the path of innovation, embracing the latest technologies for almost 60 years! We have revolutionized the industry and lead the way in the development of sustainable aluminum products the you use every day for food and drinks. Our people are the bedrock for our operations. Along with their dedication to excellence and integrity, our people are drivers of continuous improvement who build on new ideas while flourishing within our growing business. We provide opportunities for you to think outside the box and bring creative and progressive solutions to our operations. Our passion for inclusion, diversity and equity is a value at the core of our organization and people. Are you ready to start your journey with us and be the future of Kaiser Warrick Aluminum?Kaiser Aluminum is seeking an experienced Transportation Coordinator to join our Logistics team at Warrick Operations in Newburgh, Indiana. This position is responsible for coordinating inbound and outbound transportation activities while supporting multiple business functions across the facility. The successful candidate will work closely with Planning, Commercial, Customer Service, Pack/Ship, Operations, and external transportation providers to ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective movement of materials in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What you will work on:

  • Schedule/Monitor Truck Shipments
  • Work with Shipping Locations to resolve daily tactical issues related to transportation
  • Schedule and secure freight daily at lowest cost for inbound and outbound materials that affect multiple areas across Kaiser Operations

Manage Carrier Performance Reporting

  • Tracking and reporting metrics for carrier performance daily
  • Provide internal reporting tools for carrier performance
  • Develop and maintain carrier ranking system using and maintaining carrier scorecard
  • Issue quarterly performance reports to carriers
  • Maintain ISO documentation
  • Support the Warrick Logistics Manager with continuous improvement of all shipping routes
  • Deploy and maintain proper help chains, including Customer Supply Guidelines with the Commercial group
  • Provide support for initiatives in the logistics and shipping areas.
  • Enable change through employee involvement, waste elimination, daily management and problem solving, and continuous improvement.
  • Additional duties as requested.

Kaiser Aluminum encourages applications from women, people of diverse backgrounds and those with different skills and life experiences. Kaiser is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.