What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Coordinator position at Optimized Process Designs?
The jobsite in Vidor, TX has an opening for a Logistics Coordinator.
Our Team
Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) is an engineering/construction company headquartered in Katy, TX with an expertise in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. OPD is part of the larger Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) organization which provides a variety of capabilities across many industries. Originally incorporated in 1980, OPD has developed a strong reputation for honesty, integrity, and ability to successfully execute projects. OPD has a key advantage in being able to supply construction services as well as engineering/procurement. This enables clients to have a ''one stop shop'' for the overall project, providing increased efficiency and avoiding potential interface problems. OPD's industry experience, flexibility, and personal attention have made us a preferred partner to our customers and our tight knit, highly productive, team atmosphere makes OPD a great place to work.
What You Will Do
Some core responsibilities for a Logistics Coordinator include:
- Ability to coordinate delivery of materials and equipment with corporate purchasing/production departments.
- Plan and track all items entering and leaving the job site (process equipment, construction materials, rental equipment, consumables)
- Assist Construction Manager and General Superintendent with planning and execution of construction schedule.
- Work closely with QC department to complete inspections and job data books.
- Maintain constant communication with field supervision and project manager to discuss work to be completed throughout the project and ensure the project is on schedule.
- Manage subcontractors onsite to ensure their work is being completed on time, safety, and within the quality requirements and specifications of the project.
- Manage vendor relationships and their equipment for whole life cycle of a project.
- Manages Purchase Order process and oversees shipping and receiving of materials and equipment to the jobsite.
- Ability to manage logistical details of construction projects from grass-roots to mechanical completion.
- Oversee and direct daily work of material trackers/handlers.
- Communicate with Client on progress and schedule.
- Must have solid working knowledge of materials and equipment involved in plant construction.
- Actively participate in a strong safety culture.
We expect all field employees to:
- Actively participate in a strong safety culture
- Recognize safety hazards and risks
- Participate in onsite safety meetings
- Follow OPD and client safety policies and procedures
- Be aware of changing conditions on an active jobsite
- Be on time to the jobsite each day ready for work
- Display a positive attitude and be able to work in a team environment
Some physical demands of being a Logistics Coordinator include:
- Lifting and carrying awkward objects up to 60 lbs
- Standing for extended periods of time up to 11 hours per day. Breaks are given in 2.5 hour intervals
- Moving the entire body. Considerable use of arms, legs, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, crawling, twisting, reaching, and bending on a regular basis.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- 1.5 years or more of experience managing or coordinating site logistics in an Oil and Gas heavy civil construction environment.
- 1.5 years or more of experience tracking/scheduling construction equipment and materials.
- 1.5 years or more of experience negotiating and managing vendor and equipment contracts.
- One (1) or more years of practical experience working with business software such as MS Office, SAP, Oracle, Infor etc.
- Working knowledge of start-up plant construction.
- Working knowledge of materials specifications and codes.
Other Job Requirements:
- Travel is a must with extended periods away from home in remote areas at times.
- Must be willing and able to work shifts up to 12 hours per day and 7 days per week.
- Must be willing and able to meet all basic physical requirements.
- Must be willing and able to attend mandatory safety meetings.
What Will Put You Ahead
- 3 years of experience managing site logistics in an Oil and Gas construction environment.
- 3 years of experience negotiating and managing vendor and equipment contracts.
- 2 years of experience working in a specific craft (i.e. piping, welding, civil).
- Associate's degree or higher in an applicable field.
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Hiring Philosophy
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Who We Are
As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, Optimized Process Designs (OPD) provides clients with detailed engineering packages in all disciplines, single-point procurement for all equipment and materials, fabrication and direct-hired construction services throughout the United States. We leverage in-house capabilities and provide services with faster speed to market to help deliver increased cost savings while minimizing risk.
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Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf