Traffic Administrator

ELECTRIC MACHINERY COMPANY
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55407 United States  View Map
Posted: May 30, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Federal Government
  • Transportation or Transit
  • Summary

    Traffic Administrator

    The Traffic Administrator is responsible for managing all domestic and international inbound and outbound shipments.

    Major Areas of Accountability:

    • Negotiates contracts with specialized carriers for truck load, super load, ocean freight, railroad, UPS and courier services.
    • Determine best mode of transportation by using an outline drawing to estimate the weight and dimensions.
    • Arrange LTL shipments through Insight TMS Portal.
    • Packaging and shipping of small packages with UPS, FedEx and DHL Express. Must work closely with Final Assembly and Crating teams.
    • Produce documents for domestic and international shipments, which include Bill of Lading, Packing List, Shipper's Letter of Instruction and the Commercial Invoice.
    • Obtains transportation quotes for Sales Departments, New, Aftermarket, and Repair
    • Prepare state permit letters for super loads.
    • Audit Freight Invoices for Finance Department.
    • File IRS Form 2290 Heavy Use Tax annually.

    Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

    • Basic knowledge of Department of Transportation regulations for trucking.
    • Demonstrate a high degree of personal and professional ethics and integrity. Requires self-direction and a clear, courteous manner when dealing with internal and external customers.
    • Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills, including interaction with external vendors and suppliers. Excellent customer service skills required.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Strong computer proficiency with the ability to utilize MS Outlook, MS Excel, and SAP.
    • Maintain communication with several departments to insure timely shipments.
    • Continue improvement to meet demands on challenging shipping schedule.
    • Advise on shipping activities to ensure profitable outcome and meet company goals and objectives

    Pay: $50,000

    Physical Requirements:

    • Work is performed in both an office and manufacturing environment. Requires the ability to routinely move throughout the office and manufacturing facility to perform work.
    • Requires the ability to routinely lift/move up to 50 lbs.
    • Requires the ability to ascend and descend stairs daily to reach all areas of the manufacturing facility.

    Benefits:

    • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance eligible your 1st day on the job
    • 401K with Match 1st of the month following hire
    • Quarterly Bonus Program payout potential
    • Company paid Holidays (13)
    • Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued
    • Company paid Short & Long Term Disability
    • Company paid Life Insurance
    • Paid Birthday (use anytime throughout the year)
    • Secure, onsite free parking
  • Job Description

    Traffic Administrator

    The Traffic Administrator is responsible for managing all domestic and international inbound and outbound shipments.

    Major Areas of Accountability:

    • Negotiates contracts with specialized carriers for truck load, super load, ocean freight, railroad, UPS and courier services.
    • Determine best mode of transportation by using an outline drawing to estimate the weight and dimensions.
    • Arrange LTL shipments through Insight TMS Portal.
    • Packaging and shipping of small packages with UPS, FedEx and DHL Express. Must work closely with Final Assembly and Crating teams.
    • Produce documents for domestic and international shipments, which include Bill of Lading, Packing List, Shipper's Letter of Instruction and the Commercial Invoice.
    • Obtains transportation quotes for Sales Departments, New, Aftermarket, and Repair
    • Prepare state permit letters for super loads.
    • Audit Freight Invoices for Finance Department.
    • File IRS Form 2290 Heavy Use Tax annually.

    Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

    • Basic knowledge of Department of Transportation regulations for trucking.
    • Demonstrate a high degree of personal and professional ethics and integrity. Requires self-direction and a clear, courteous manner when dealing with internal and external customers.
    • Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills, including interaction with external vendors and suppliers. Excellent customer service skills required.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Strong computer proficiency with the ability to utilize MS Outlook, MS Excel, and SAP.
    • Maintain communication with several departments to insure timely shipments.
    • Continue improvement to meet demands on challenging shipping schedule.
    • Advise on shipping activities to ensure profitable outcome and meet company goals and objectives

    Pay: $50,000

    Physical Requirements:

    • Work is performed in both an office and manufacturing environment. Requires the ability to routinely move throughout the office and manufacturing facility to perform work.
    • Requires the ability to routinely lift/move up to 50 lbs.
    • Requires the ability to ascend and descend stairs daily to reach all areas of the manufacturing facility.

    Benefits:

    • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance eligible your 1st day on the job
    • 401K with Match 1st of the month following hire
    • Quarterly Bonus Program payout potential
    • Company paid Holidays (13)
    • Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued
    • Company paid Short & Long Term Disability
    • Company paid Life Insurance
    • Paid Birthday (use anytime throughout the year)
    • Secure, onsite free parking
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