Dispatch Coordinator

McLane Company, Inc; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual for Driver dispatch operations in the Transportation Department. This role involves preparing daily records, maintaining schedules, and ensuring compliance with DOT regulations. You will play a crucial part in the logistics team, helping to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. With generous benefits available after 60 days, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, this position offers a great opportunity to grow within a supportive environment. If you are looking for a fulfilling career with a focus on teamwork and personal development, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Educational Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 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 dispatch schedules for drivers and helpers.

Skills

Dispatch Operations

Recordkeeping

Communication

Map Reading

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Access)

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

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.


• Get paid early. Get paid fast.


• 401(k) with annual company match.


• 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.

Primary Location:United States-Georgia-Newnan

Work Locations:

FB678 DC Newnan

240 Coweta Industrial Parkway

Newnan30265

Job:Administrative

Schedule:Full-time

Shift:3rd - Overnight

Employee Status:Regular