Yard Management System (YMS) Administration Clerk

August 30, 2024

Harbor Freight Tools USA, Inc.

Dillon

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Roles:

Arrive inbound loads into HFT Yard Management System (YMS) and assign yard zone/door assignment
Depart outbound loads into HFT Yard Management System (YMS)
Act as a liaison between Transportation Service Providers (TSP’s), HFT Yard Drivers, HFT Yard Manager, other YMS Admin Clerks, and internal HFT departments and stakeholders
Work closely with all internal HFT departments to successfully execute YMS integration at the Dillon, SC distribution center

Responsibilities:

Communication

Work with HFT Management to communicate process changes, process improvements, policy changes, etc. to Transportation Service Providers (TSP’s)
Communicate to HFT Management any issues and opportunities that require attention
Communicate YMS issues to HFT local and Corporate management teams
Communicate with HFT Yard Manager and HFT Internal Departments to troubleshoot and rectify any YMS and/or operational concerns that prevent or slow down YMS execution for Dillon, SC distribution center

Administrative

Provide YMS data to HFT Management and team members
Ensure 100% compliance for YMS implementation
Verify all necessary paperwork is present for inbound and outbound loads
Verify all appointments (inbound and outbound) are entered into YMS

Operations

Arrive all inbound loads in a timely fashion into HFT YMS System
Arrive all outbound loads in a timely fashion into HFT YMS System
Provide coverage for YMS Admin Clerks when necessary
Monitor productivity of HFT Yard Driver Fleet
Monitor execution of deliverables by HFT Yard Driver Fleet
Utilize HFT YMS to move containers and trailers in to and out of quarantine area
Schedule and notify internal departments for live unloads/live loads in HFT YMS using various communication methods
Perform regular Yard Audits in conjunction with HFT Yard Driver Fleet to ensure YMS accuracy
Perform ongoing YMS Training for HFT Yard Driver Fleet and HFT YMS Admin Clerks
Report safety observations, accidents, and incidents to HFT Yard Supervisor and EHS Manager
Enter all necessary and relevant data in HFT YMS System for data accuracy
Coordinate traffic control with Allied Barton Loss Prevention guard to ensure safety of vendors, drivers, loss prevention guards, equipment, and products

Reporting

Report any required HFT YMS Admin Clerical report functions
Provide any and all necessary reports to HFT Transportation Manager and other HFT Management team members.

Scope

Supervises staff –N/A
Financial Scope -
Organizational Scope – Corp/ Distribution Centers
Decision Making –
Travel – 0%

Requirements

Job Qualifications – Education and Experience

Knowledge of PC’s and word processing software, as well as database programs (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Power Point) with the ability to access and enter information quickly and accurately.
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Ability to operate general office equipment (fax machine, photocopier, computer printer) stationed between 3 & 4 feet high.
Ability to perform basic math calculations.
Ability to repeatedly lift items (manuals, supplies, etc.) weighing up to approximately 50 lbs.
Strong time management skills are a must
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills with specific attention to detail.

Physical Requirements

Distribution Center Environment:

stand, walk, sit for extended periods of time
speak and listen to others in person and over the phone
use keyboard and read from computer screen and reports
Lift up to 25 lbs.

Safety:

Must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices, without endangering the health and safety of self or others.
Additional responsibilities as defined by manager.

The anticipated rate for this position is $18.00 per hour depending on location, knowledge, skills, education and experience. In addition, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits to Associates (and their families) such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability. Eligible Associates are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Associates will accrue paid time off up to
152 hours per year (inclusive of PTO, floating holidays, and paid holidays). Paid sick time up to 64 hours per year unless otherwise required by law.

About Harbor Freight Tools

We’re a 45 year-old, $8 billion national tool retailer with the energy, enthusiasm, and growth potential of a start-up. We have over 1,500 stores in 48 states across the country and are opening several new locations every week. We offer our customers more than 7,000 tools and accessories, from hand tools and generators to air and power tools, from shop equipment to automotive tools. We provide our customers with the right tool for the right job at the right price, always delivering quality and value.