Assistant, Transportation

McLane Company, Inc; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 54,528,000 - 67,051,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Profit Sharing Plan

Vacation time and sick leave from day

Paid holidays after 90 days

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc in Fredericksburg, Virginia, is hiring a Transportation Assistant to handle administrative duties within the transportation department. This full-time evening shift role supports drivers and routes, processes delivery documentation, and ensures the team has what it needs to operate smoothly.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, one year of related work, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and a solid understanding of geography and logistics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of similar work experience.
• Experience with Microsoft products.
• Understanding of geography and logistics.
• Ability to read, write and understand English at work level.

Responsibilities

• Works in administrative capacity within the transportation department.
• Answers phone, distributes driver pouches, and coordinates routes with the team.
• Organizes the delivery documentation returned by drivers; sorts, files and scans applicable documentation.
• Supports transportation team with various administrative duties.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Teamwork oriented

Organized

Problem solver

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Primary Location: United States-Virginia-Fredericksburg

Work Locations:

DC Mid-Atlantic

56 McLane Drive

Fredericksburg 22406

Business Unit: GR450

Job: Transportation

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 2nd - Evening

Employee Status: Regular

Take your career further with McLane!

The McLane team is the driving force behind our success. A diverse group of professionals, from Sales and IT to Dispatchers and Mechanics, work together seamlessly to keep our operations running smoothly. Their dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit are essential to achieving our goals and supporting other teams within the organization. As a member of our team, you'll have the chance to learn from industry leaders, develop your skills, and build lasting connections with colleagues nationwide.

The Transportation Assistant performs administrative duties related to the transportation operations and ensures the department has the necessary materials and equipment

Benefits you can count on:

• Pay rate: $19.03 to $23.40 per hour.
• Friday, Saturday, Sunday - 4:00 pm - 2:30 am, Monday - 2:00 pm - 12:30 am.
• Generous benefits that start on your 60th day: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one and paid holidays after 90 days.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, parental leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

What you'll do as a Transportation Assistant:

• Works in administrative capacity within the transportation department.
• Answers phone, distributes driver pouches, and works with team to ensure all routes are ready for drivers throughout the day.
• Organizes the delivery documentation that is returned by the drivers after each delivery. Sorts, files, and scans applicable documentation.
• Supports transportation team with various administrative duties.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications you'll bring as a Transportation Assistant:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of similar work experience required.
• Experience with Microsoft products.
• Understanding of geography and logistics.
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

Fit the following? We want you here!

• Teamwork oriented
• Organized
• Problem solver
• Detailed

Our roadmap. Our story.

We've been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of team members for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For our complete EEO and Pay Transparency statement, please visit https://www.mclaneco.com/legal/employment/