Position Description
The Level 2 TRAFFIC ASSISTANT is responsible for helping to maintain efficient warehouse operations by verifying dock doors, confirming trailer readiness, and coordinating with jockeys to support timely loading. The role depends on accurate shift pass-downs, clear communication of load lineups, and close collaboration with the Warehouse Traffic Supervisor. Key responsibilities include managing BOL documentation, reconciling SAP and yard reports, monitoring staging bays, assigning loads, and completing shipment records. Peer Relationships: Works closely with Warehouse Inventory, Raw Materials / Ingredients planners, and front-line warehouse hourly employees Verify dock doors and trailer readiness to ensure empties are available for loading and coordinate with the jockey as needed.
Receive pass-down from previous shift to maintain continuity and smooth shift transitions.
Review lineup with the next shifts Traffic Assistant and communicate all required load information.
Support the Warehouse Traffic Supervisor in getting the shift started efficiently.
Print, distribute, and sign outgoing BOLs for drivers.
\Match SAP and yard reports with the guards yard check for accuracy.
Monitor staging bays and assign loads to loaders to maintain outbound flow.
Finalize completed orders including documentation, signed BOLs, and ship history reports.
Provide pass-down to the next shift to ensure seamless operations.
Skills Required
Warehouse traffic flow and shift continuity: Understanding how inbound and outbound movement works and how shifts transition smoothly.
SAP and yard management systems: Familiarity with system functions, yard reporting, and verification processes.
BOL documentation procedures: Knowledge of printing, signing, processing, and maintaining accurate Bill of Lading records.
Coordination with drivers, loaders, and jockeys: Ability to communicate and align activities to keep outbound operations efficient.
Strong communication abilities: Effective in delivering pass-downs, collaborating across shifts, and ensuring clarity in workflow.
Attention to detail: Skilled at verifying trailer status, ensuring documentation accuracy, and aligning yard reports.
Organizational skills: Capable of managing staging bay flow, assigning loads, and completing order documentation efficiently.
Experience Required
Previous experience in logistics, warehouse operations, or a related field is preferred.
Experience with logistics and working within corporate SOPs is a plus.
Education Required
High School diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education & Experience
Associates degree or higher
Additional Information
Assignment will be extended based on Performance.
Candidate should be available for both shift, Day and Night as per the requirement.
