Über diese Gate Clerk Stelle bei POET
ABOUT POET
At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.
BENEFITS & PERKS
Eligible Team Members may receive
$$ Competitive BONUS opportunities - up to SIX bonuses per year (Quarterly Profit Sharing & Value Share)
Paid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours of PTO available on Day 1, on top of a biweekly PTO accrual program!
Comprehensive benefits package; Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution
Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions
401K with company match
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition reimbursement
Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations
Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements
Discounted home and auto insurance
All POET Team Members enjoy
A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually
'Family-first' culture
Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements
JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Gate Clerk, you'll perform operational duties that help improve port drivers turn time, enhance awareness of fleet movements, and ensure yard management system data accuracy.
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:45 AM - 4:00 PM, with occasional weekend and holiday work required (includes overtime, holiday pay + double time pay)
This is an on-site role located in Savannah, GA. Responsibilities include:
This team member will control inbound and outbound container movements between GPA port and POET Terminal Savannah container yards.
Ensuring yard management system data accuracy, while keeping in constant contact with port drivers.
Ensuring all check in/out procedures are followed per POET directive.
Assigns drop/pickup locations for containers according to daily plan.
Verifies container movement with drivers entering and exiting the yard, coordinating booking and container number verification in Freight Flow.
Assist Dispatch Manager with pulling data from carriers’ computer systems for reporting needs.
Records and maintains a daily physical yard check of all containers onsite.
Communicate with top lift operator for stack coordination while maximizing space utilization.
Coordinating traffic flow within the container yard.
Foster a culture of safe behavior and compliance at all times
Maintain and advance the food safety and quality of POET’s products and processes to deliver a best-in-class culture of quality.
Maintain a team environment at all times and champion POET in the community.
Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
High school diploma or equivalent required
1+ years of relevant experience.
Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills as well as the ability to embrace change.
You communicate effectively in writing and in person.
You have the ability to understand technical and day to day operation of a transloading facility.
Knowledge of the basics of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability of learning new programs.
A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE
High level of personal integrity
Interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization
Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Ability to embrace and promote change
Innovative mindset
Ability to think objectively
Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty
Ability to work in a team environment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
This role has some physical requirements that our team members will need to be able to perform, such as:
Occasionally lifting weight up to sixty (60) pounds.
Climbing in and out of shipping containers.
Occasionally bending, twisting, and turning while lifting weight of less than fifty (50) pounds.
Walking up to two (2) or more miles per day.
Pushing brooms, shovels, etc.
Standing for extended periods of time.
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Due to the physical and safety-sensitive nature of this job, you will be subject to a physical and expected to pass a drug screen during the pre-screen process. During employment, you’ll be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
CULTURE IS KING AT POET
We’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It’s the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins!
GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
At POET we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success. Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value. We believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.
POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, merit, and other legitimate business factors, without regard to any legally protected characteristic. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, working conditions, promotion, and termination.
