DISPATCH COORDINATOR

McLane; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual for Driver Dispatch Operations within its Transportation Department. This role involves preparing daily records, maintaining compliance with DOT regulations, and managing driver schedules. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of dispatch procedures and a proficiency in recordkeeping software. With generous benefits available after 60 days, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, this position offers a great opportunity to join a supportive team that values earning, learning, and living a fulfilling life. If you are ready to contribute to a dynamic environment, this role is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Profit Sharing Plan

Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Educational Assistance Program

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in dispatch operations preferred.
• Solid knowledge of distribution environment and dispatch procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily records and maintain filing system for inspections.
• Develop and update driver dispatch schedules daily.
• Contact customers about delivery variances.

Skills

Dispatch Operations

Recordkeeping

Customer Communication

Map Reading

PeopleSoft

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

PeopleSoft

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Access

Job description

This position is responsible for Driver dispatch operations in the Transportation Department.

McLane promotes earning, learning, and living a great life. We are a team, and we want to work with you. So, here’s the details:

• Generous benefits available on your 60th day: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Paid holidays, vacation time, educational assistance program, and more!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare daily records and memos, and maintain filing system for Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Complete transportation pouches including route manifests, invoices, special customer notifications, maps, and store keys for drivers.
• Develop and update driver and helper dispatch schedule daily.
• Understand DOT hours of service and ensure driver compliance.
• Set up daily tractor/trailer assignment for drivers.
• Verify the roadworthiness of tractors and trailers and keep maintenance records.
• Contact customers to inform them of variances in delivery times.
• Expedite driver manifests and highlight keys.
• Provide timely reports to immediate supervisor as requested.
• This position has additional duties. Special projects may be assigned at the position supervisor's discretion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of similar work experience is preferred
• Have a solid working knowledge regarding the distribution environment and dispatch issues and procedures.
• Be knowledgeable with PeopleSoft relating to recordkeeping and scheduling for drivers and helpers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Outlook, Word, Access) is preferred.
• Be able to read maps.
• Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

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

All qualified 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.