Dispatch PT Sup-1

United Parcel Service, Inc.; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

United Parcel Service, Inc. in Indiana is hiring for a dispatch planning role within our Small Package operations. You will assist and review dispatch activity, ensure service, safety, and cost goals are met, and coordinate with drivers and yard operations to keep loads moving efficiently.

The position requires the ability to lift up to 70 lbs, flexible shifts up to five days a week, and strong communication skills. A Bachelor's degree is preferred, with Microsoft Office experience helpful.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or international equivalent preferred.
• Ability to lift 70 lbs / 32 kgs.
• Availability to work flexible shift hours, up to 5 days per week.
• Strong oral and written communication; working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews driver hours to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Oversees load and tractor planning and assignments; monitors movements.
• Creates efficient dispatch plans and verifies service levels.
• Coordinates yard operations and driver assignments with loads.

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Lifting 70 lbs

Flexible shifts

Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Explore your next opportunity at a Fortune Global 500 organization. Envision innovative possibilities, experience our rewarding culture, and work with talented teams that help you become better every day. We know what it takes to lead UPS into tomorrow—people with a unique combination of skill + passion. If you have the qualities and drive to lead yourself or teams, there are roles ready to cultivate your skills and take you to the next level.

Job Description

Job Summary: This position assists and reviews UPS Small Package dispatch activity to ensure timely and proficient service. Employee assists with dispatch planning and is responsible for ensuring that service, safety, and cost goals are met. This position coordinates with others to ensure dispatch plans are executed efficiently along with adequate staffing and equipment levels for transportation needs. Employee oversees load and tractor planning and assignments, monitors load movements, and tracks the condition of equipment. This position reviews, analyzes, and tracks various dispatch and service reports and schedules. Employee creates efficient dispatch plans, verifies service levels, addresses performance issues, and incorporates modifications such as new customers, new locations, and additional loads into dispatch plans. This position oversees yard operations by coordinating drivers with load volume, ensuring that trailers are in the correct locations and are loaded or empty as planned, and confirming accurate trailer inventory. Responsibilities: Reviews driver hours to ensure regulatory compliance. Conducts hazardous materials audits. Reviews safety reports. Verifies appropriate driver uniforms and utilization of safe work methods. Determines employee training needs to produce continuous development plans. Provides feedback and support. Conducts performance evaluations and resolves individual and group performance issues. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or International equivalent - Preferred Ability to lift 70 lbs. /32 kgs. Availability to work flexible shift hours, up to 5 days per week Strong oral and written communication skills: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment Management experience - Preferred

Employee Type

Permanent

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Other Criteria

UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Basic Qualifications

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.