Dispatcher

The-Workplace-Advisors; Bellwood (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cozzi Recycling is seeking a Dispatcher/Transportation Coordinator to join our Bellwood, IL team. This full-time role coordinates daily transportation operations, supports drivers, manages customer communications, and ensures efficient load scheduling in a fast-paced environment.

Located in Bellwood, IL, the position offers a competitive salary and opportunities in a growing scrap-metal recycling operation. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of dispatching experience in transportation or related industries.
• Experience coordinating local, regional, or industrial trucking operations.
• Strong computer and data-entry skills.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and dispatch drivers for daily transportation assignments.
• Communicate with drivers, customers, vendors, and internal departments.
• Optimize routes and load assignments to improve efficiency.
• Track completed jobs and update dispatch software and records.
• Prepare daily schedules, load reports, and operational summaries.
• Resolve transportation issues and customer concerns professionally.
• Coordinate equipment repairs and maintenance; provide roadside assistance.
• Ensure DOT regulations, policies, and safety standards compliance.
• Weigh inbound and outbound trucks and maintain records.
• Verify material compliance and manage yard traffic.
• Process paperwork, invoices, tickets, and dispatch documentation.
• Assist management with reports and special projects.

Skills

Dispatching experience

Data-entry skills

Communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Multitasking

Job description

Full time | The Workplace Advisors | United States

Posted On 09/01/2026

Job Information

60,000-70,000

Work Experience 1-3 years

City Bellwood

State/Province Illinois

60104

Job Description

Company:

Cozzi Recycling is a full-service scrap metal recycling company based in Bellwood, IL, serving Chicago and the Midwest with over 80 years of industry expertise as a mill-direct supplier of ferrous and nonferrous scrap metal.

Job Description:

Are you a highly organized, detail-oriented professional looking for your next role in transportation? Cozzi Recycling is looking for a full-time Dispatcher/Transportation Coordinator to join our team in Bellwood, IL. This role coordinates daily transportation operations, supports drivers, manages customer communications, and ensures efficient load scheduling in a fast-paced environment where multitasking and problem-solving are essential.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and dispatch drivers for daily transportation assignments and monitor load and route progress to ensure timely pickups and deliveries
• Communicate with drivers, customers, vendors, and internal departments regarding load status and scheduling changes
• Optimize routes and load assignments to improve efficiency and profitability
• Track completed jobs and accurately update dispatch software and records; Prepare daily schedules, load reports, inventory reports, and operational summaries
• Resolve transportation issues, delays, and customer concerns in a professional manner
• Coordinate equipment repairs and maintenance needs with shop personnel and provide roadside assistance support to drivers when necessary
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations, company policies, and safety standards
• Accurately weigh inbound and outbound trucks and materials, maintaining detailed records of weights, tickets, and supporting documentation
• Verify material compliance with company acceptance policies and coordinate with yard personnel and drivers for efficient traffic flow
• Process paperwork, invoices, tickets, and dispatch documentation accurately, and support inventory tracking
• Assist management with operational reporting and special projects

Requirements

Requirements: The candidate will:

• Have 2+ years of dispatching experience in transportation, trucking, recycling, construction, logistics, or a related industry
• Have experience coordinating local, regional, or industrial trucking operations
• Have strong computer and data-entry skills
• Have excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving abilities
• Be able to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and work independently with minimal supervision

Preferred Experience:

Knowledge of scale operations and scrap metal materials