Job Description

**Job title: Switcher Coordinator

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**Duration: 7-12 Months Contract 

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**Location: York SC, 29745

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**Shift: 1st shift from 6AM to 4:20PM with expectation for OT.

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**Job Description:

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**Summary:

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• The Switcher Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and executing the safe and efficient movement of trailers, equipment, and materials throughout the Client’s facility and designated yard locations.

• This role involves operating yard trucks, switcher vehicles, and material handling equipment to support production, shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations.

• The Switcher Coordinator will operate switcher/yard trucks equipped with a fifth-wheel connection, leased through SIE, to perform trailer pickup, movement, staging, and drop-off activities throughout the facility and designated yard locations.

• The Switcher Coordinator works closely with transportation providers, warehouse personnel, production teams, and logistics staff to ensure timely trailer placement, efficient yard management, and uninterrupted material flow.

**Key Responsibilities:

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**Yard and Trailer Management

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• Safely operate switcher/yard trucks equipped with a fifth-wheel coupling system to connect, relocate, stage, and position trailers throughout Client’s property and designated logistics areas.

• Operate Client’s-leased switcher equipment provided through SIE (Shoreline Intermodal Express) to perform trailer pickup and drop-off activities in support of shipping, receiving, and production operations.

• Conduct trailer hook-up and disconnect procedures, including inspection of fifth-wheel connections, air lines, electrical connections, and trailer securement prior to movement.

• Ensure trailers are accurately positioned at loading docks, staging areas, warehouse locations, and production support areas according to operational requirements.

**Safety and Compliance

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• Adhere to all Client’s safety policies, procedures, and operational standards.

• Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs promptly.

• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient yard environment.

• Report safety concerns, incidents, equipment damage, or operational delays to leadership.

• Support continuous improvement efforts related to safety, productivity, and efficiency.

**Continuous Improvement

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• Participate in Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives.

• Identify opportunities to improve yard operations and trailer utilization.

• Assist with training team members on yard procedures and safety practices when needed.

**Mandatory Skills:

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• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

• Experience operating yard vehicles, industrial equipment, forklifts, or material handling equipment preferred.

• Ability to safely maneuver trailers and equipment in a busy industrial environment.

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Basic computer skills and experience with inventory, transportation, or warehouse management systems.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

• Ability to safely operate switcher/yard trucks utilizing a fifth-wheel coupling system for trailer movement.

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

• Ability to perform trailer hook-up, inspection, movement, and drop-off procedures in accordance with Client’s safety standards.

**Preferred Qualifications:

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• Previous experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, distribution, or logistics setting.

• Knowledge of shipping, receiving, transportation, and yard management processes.

• Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) certification or ability to obtain certification.

• Experience with SAP or warehouse management systems.

• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.

**Physical Requirements

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• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and reach throughout the shift.

• Ability to frequently enter and exit vehicles and trailers.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Ability to safely perform duties in an active manufacturing and logistics environment.

**Work Environment

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• Manufacturing facility, warehouse, and outdoor yard operations.

• Frequent interaction with production, warehouse, transportation, and logistics teams.

• Exposure to moving vehicles, trailers, powered industrial equipment, and varying weather conditions.

• May require overtime, weekend work, or flexible scheduling based on operational needs.

**Key Competencies:

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• Safety Leadership

• Logistics Coordination

• Yard Management

• Communication and Teamwork

• Attention to Detail

• Problem Solving

• Operational Efficiency

• Customer Focus

• Adaptability

• Continuous Improvement Mindset

**Success Measures

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• Safe execution of all yard and trailer movements.

• On-time support of production, shipping, and receiving operations.

• Accurate trailer tracking and yard organization.

• Compliance with safety and operational standards.

• Reduction of operational delays and transportation bottlenecks.

• Contribution to Client’s operational excellence and customer commitments.

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**Experience:

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• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in logistics, transportation, warehouse operations, manufacturing, or related fields.

**Education:

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• High School Diploma or GED.

You should be proficient in:

• Shipping/Receiving
• Warehouse Experience
• logistics
• switcher
• trailer
• transportation
• yard