Truck Installation & Yard Logistics Specialist

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric's innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential 'Linc' that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company's website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com.

Location: Michigan City-South

Req ID: 29249

Position Summary

The Vehicle Logistics Coordinator is responsible for managing inbound and outbound vehicle logistics operations to ensure accurate tracking, timely processing, and efficient workflow across multiple customer accounts.

This is a hands-on role involving the movement of medium- and heavy-duty trucks, coordination of transportation partners, and completion of complex, high-volume documentation supporting production and delivery operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound and outbound vehicle logistics operations across multiple customer programs at the Yard level
• Operate and move vehicles, mostly medium- and heavy-duty trucks, safely within the yard and for short delivery/maintenance tasks, as needed.
• Process inbound vehicles including inspections, photo documentation, and recordkeeping
• Assist with undecking and support drivers during unloading
• Inspect and document transportation damage and coordinate claims resolution
• Maintain records in Epicor including VIN tracking, chassis updates, and scheduling
• Prepare Bills of Lading and manage outbound documentation using Adobe Sign
• Stage and position vehicles for standard and after-hours pickups
• Maintain accurate inventory records for inbound and outbound vehicles
• Organize vehicles and keys by customer and build number
• Collaborate with production, scheduling, and accounting teams
• Coordinate with transportation vendors to ensure alignment on shipments
• Manage complex paperwork ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Support purchasing by managing materials and ordering OEM parts
• Ensure legal requirements are met; verify that all documentation is correctly, accurately and timely completed

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in logistics, yard operations,truck repair and modification or manufacturing
• Experience operating or moving medium/heavy duty trucks preferred
• Strong attention to detail with documentation accuracy
• ERP system experience (Epicor and SAP preferred)
• Valid drivers license required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in fleet, logistics, or manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with transportation vendors
• CDL Class A license preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly, unassisted and 75 pounds assisted
• Ability to enter, exit, and operate medium- and heavy-duty trucks
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb for extended periods
• Ability to work in outdoor yard and shop environments
• Ability to work safely around moving vehicles and equipment

Work Environment

Work is performed in office, yard, and shop environments with regular interaction with drivers, vendors, and production teams.

Measures of Success

• Accurate vehicle tracking and documentation
• Timely processing of inbound and outbound shipments
• Reduced inventory discrepancies
• Efficient yard flow and logistics coordination

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.