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Transporation Operations Coordinator- Nights

US Foods · Aurora, IL · $19.00–$30.00 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 8, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you handled many requests at once in a busy office or operations setting.

What they are checking: Whether they stay organized and calm while supporting warehouse and transportation leaders at the same time.

Tell me about a time you noticed something was wrong before anyone asked you to look.

What they are checking: Whether they pay attention and speak up, which helps leaders catch problems early.

Why do you want to work in a distribution center office?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the fast pace and early hours and want to grow with the company.

What would you do

This shift runs 3 AM to noon, Tuesday through Saturday. How does that schedule fit your life?

What they are checking: Whether they can reliably work early mornings, since the operation depends on the coordinator being there on time.

A driver calls in early in the morning saying their truck won't start. Who do you contact and what do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they know to escalate quickly and keep routes moving rather than waiting for someone to tell them.

A customer calls upset that their delivery hasn't arrived. How do you handle the call?

What they are checking: Whether they can calm a caller, get the facts and route the issue to the right person.

Two managers ask you for something at the same time and both say it's urgent. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they clarify priorities openly instead of guessing and leaving one manager stuck.

About the work

What kinds of forms and reports have you processed, and how do you make sure they're accurate?

What they are checking: Whether they have the care for detail that keeps routine paperwork from causing payroll or compliance problems.

How comfortable are you with Excel and other computer systems? Give me an example.

What they are checking: Whether they can work in the tools an operations office uses without constant help.

How would you keep track of driver paperwork and logs so nothing goes missing?

What they are checking: Whether they have a system for record keeping, which matters for safety and regulatory compliance.

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The full job description

As published by US Foods.

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! BASIC PURPOSE The Coordinator, Operations will enable distribution center operations by performing general office activities, responding to various inquiries, and directly supporting warehouse and transportation leadership as necessary. Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the food service industry? Schedule: Tuesday- Saturday 3AM-12PM Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $19 and $30. This role will also receive overtime compensation . Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Ensure optimal warehouse and transportation operations by preparing and processing routine forms, reports, and documents (inbound documents, discrepancy reports, stock and damage claims, time sheets, requisitions, DVIR’s, shipping labels, backhaul spreadsheets, delivery window dispatch, driver key log, transportation route update, etc.) following standard procedures. • Communicate with internal and external customers to support staff and customer needs. Respond to general inquiries and telephone calls. • Verify information and data to ensure market compliance with regulations and procedures. • Collect, track, and input data on relevant operations metrics to support tracking warehouse and transportation performance (including shorts, mispicks, dump/damage, service level, associate over-time, trailer temp log etc.). • Create and maintain basic charts, graphs, spreadsheets and databases to prepare for manager’s review. • Monitor inventory level of office supplies and initiate purchase orders. • Other duties as assigned by manager. SUPERVISION : • N/A RELATIONSHIPS • Internal: Operations manager and staff, purchasing department • External: N/A WORK ENVIRONMENT • The work will take place at a desk in a US Foods office-based environment but may occasionally require work in normal warehouse environments including cooler and freezer areas where temperatures may be as low as -5 degrees. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Related Experience/Requirements: • Minimum of two years of clerical experience required. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities : • Effective communication both verbally and in writing. • Excellent telephone and customer service ability. • Strong math, analytical, and organizational skills with high attention to detail. • Basic computer skills with a good knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook. • Problem solving and critical thinking abilities to solve problems of limited scope. • Perform cross-functional activities, and work on a varying schedule. • Strong teamwork skills with the ability to support others in the department and division. Education • High school diploma or GED/equivalent required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Preferred experience in a distribution business environment. • Knowledge of DOT Hours of Service Regulations. • Knowledge of our geographic delivery area. Certifications/Training • Preferred experience in the following areas: SAE, Truck Builder, Red Prairie, Kronos, Road Net, XATA, Shopfax, Tandem, PowerDock, Checkpoint, Omnitracs, Airclic, equipment inventories, and warranties. PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS • Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time: OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: FREQUENCY: STAND: OCCASIONALLY WALK: OCCASIONALLY DRIVE VEHICLE: N/A SIT: CONTINUOUSLY LIFT 1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY 11-20 lbs (Light): OCCASIONALLY 21-50 lbs (Medium): OCCASIONALLY 51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLY Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): N/A CARRY 1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY 11-20 lbs (Light): OCCASIONALLY 21-50 lbs (Medium): OCCASIONALLY 51-100 lbs (Heavy): N/A Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): N/A PUSH/PULL*1: OCCASIONALLY CLIMB/BALANCE*2: OCCASIONALLY STOOP/SQUAT: OCCASIONALLY KNEEL: OCCASIONALLY BEND: OCCASIONALLY REACH ABOVE SHOULDER: FREQUENTLY TWIST: OCCASIONALLY GRASP OBJECTS*3: FREQUENTLY MANIPULATE OBJECTS*4: OCCASIONALLY MANUAL DEXTERITY*5: OCCASIONALLY 1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift) 2 (Climb/Balance: In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side doorsteps and Platform of trailer. Stairs) 3 (Grasp Objects: Hand truck, boxes, cartons, steering wheel) 4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps) 5 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers) #LI-KG2 Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $19 - $30 ***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/ Age/Genetic Information /Protected Veteran/Disability Status***

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