Dispatch Operations Lead - 2nd Shift Weekends

Kuehne+Nagel; Schiller Park (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuehne+Nagel in Schiller Park, IL is hiring a Dispatch Operations Supervisor to lead the second-shift and weekend dispatch. You will coordinate drivers, assign jobs, and ensure smooth daily dispatch activities while supporting the Dispatch Manager with staffing and workflow needs.

Requirements include five years in logistics, leadership experience, knowledge of dispatch operations, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Five years of relevant industry experience.
• Previous leadership or team-lead experience.
• Strong knowledge of dispatch operations and driver coordination.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• Knowledge of domestic and international airline routings, geography, and time zones.
• Flexible schedule, including second shift, Saturdays, weekends, and holidays.
• DG and forklift certifications required or in progress.
• Knowledge of DG regulations preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Ability to operate pallet jack and forklift; lift up to 70 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead and provide guidance to dispatch employees.
• Coordinate driver availability, job assignments, pickups, and deliveries.
• Dispatch work quickly and accurately while ensuring drivers cross-reference alert information in the Quick mobile app.
• Work closely with drivers to assign new jobs, obtain PODs and charges, and resolve pickup or airline issues.
• Communicate with Control Towers, airlines, and vendors regarding shipment status and operational needs.
• Support training, scheduling, payroll coverage, and staffing based on workload.
• Document and elevate operational issues, accidents, and driver incidents according to company procedures.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, pallet jack, and forklift duties when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Dispatch operations

Driver coordination

Multi-tasking

Communication

Time zones

DG knowledge

Physical fitness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

Tools

Pallet jack

Forklift operation

Job description

Kuehne+Nagel in Schiller Park, IL is hiring a Dispatch Operations Supervisor to lead the second-shift and weekend dispatch. You will coordinate drivers, assign jobs, and ensure smooth daily dispatch activities while supporting the Dispatch Manager with staffing and workflow needs.

Requirements include five years in logistics, leadership experience, knowledge of dispatch operations, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.